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A 24-year-old female asked:

3 months vagina yeast infection. havent been reacting to fluconazole. no diabetes/std. pap smear normal. not sexually active. what is the name of the candidas type that is resistant to azole medications? and what other treatment options to help me?

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Dr. Birendra Tandan
Urology 36 years experience
you need a good Gyn evaluation.
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