What Can I Do About Persistent Yeast Infection Despite Being On And Off Antibiotics For 3 Months?

Posted on Sat, 1 Sep 2018

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Question : I have been on and off antibiotics for 3 mo and can't seem to get rid of the yeast infection I have
been left with. What can I do

Answered by Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Advice on treatment of yeast infection

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

You can use antifungal suppositories or creams such Monistat or Clotrimazole for a week. They can be found o-t-c.
Also you can use prebiotic suppositories such lactobacillus suppositories. They should be used while on antibiotics but you can still use them.

Eating yogurt which contains prebiotics can help fight fungal infection. Use cotton underwear and if possible dry yourself well after bath. If still problem persists your doctor may prescribe oral antifungal treatment such Diflucan.

Hope I have answered the question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

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