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A 29-year-old female asked:

Can clotrimazole 2% cream with 3 applicators for yeast infection can be applied externally on vulva not only inside of vagina- if itching is present ?

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Dr. Myra Skluth
Internal Medicine 37 years experience
Yes: It works inside and outside.
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A 16-year-old female asked:
Ive had white tissue like stuff that keeps on appearing on my vulva. Ive also have many different symptoms like cuts, yeast infections, and irritation of the vagina and vulva. Ive been "treated" with meds and creams but it hasn't worked. Please help?
Dr. Robert Kwok
Pediatrics 35 years experience
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A 32-year-old female asked:
My 3 yr old has a yeast infection it looks red all way down to her bum. White & chunky discharge in vagina and there was some on vulva. I put the external cream on outside and tiny bit inside but not far in at all. She complains cream burns. Normal?
Dr. Jay Park
Dr. Jay Parkanswered
Pediatrics 52 years experience
Your description is not consistent with common manifestation of candidal (yeast) infection in young children. Have your child checked by a pediatric... Read More
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A 29-year-old female asked:
I wonder if applying clotrimazole 2% cream applicators for 3 days inside of vagina for yeast infection can interfere with my copper IUD i already have?
Dr. Karen Jones
Obstetrics and Gynecology 39 years experience
No: Using a yeast medication will not interfere with your iud in any way.
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A 17-year-old female asked:
Can I shave my vagina before using clotrimazole cream for yeast infection or no?
Dr. Brandon Elrod
General Practice 13 years experience
Yes: You may shave, however I would allow at least 12 hours between shaving and using the cream to allow some healing of the area and hair growth beyond th... Read More
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A 22-year-old female asked:
Had a yeast infection week and a half ago, treated with diflucan (fluconazole) and clotrimazole cream. Can too much cream cause swelling and red of the vagina lips?
Dr. Patrick Mckenna
A Verified Doctoranswered
Preventive Medicine 16 years experience
Possibly: Excessive application can cause some irritation, or this could represent an allergic reaction or sensitivity to the medication. Follow up with your p... Read More
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Last updated Feb 3, 2014

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