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I Think I Have A Yeast Infection, But It's My
Question: I think I have a yeast infection, but it's my first one. Should I be using Monistat or something else?
Brief Answer:
You can use Monistat. Some other options to use, if Monistat not available
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thank you for using "Ask a doctor" service.
You can use Monistat.
You can also use Ketoconazole 2% cream 2 times per day for 3 days.
One simple and good way to treat, even if it is your first time to have a yeast infection is using a single dose of fluconazole 150mg. That is the mos effective way.
Also, try to keep the vulva as dry as possible. Don't wash yourself with soaps but only with water.
Wear cotton underwear.
I hope this helps. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Kind regards,
Dr. Klarida Papaqako
General and family physician
You can use Monistat. Some other options to use, if Monistat not available
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thank you for using "Ask a doctor" service.
You can use Monistat.
You can also use Ketoconazole 2% cream 2 times per day for 3 days.
One simple and good way to treat, even if it is your first time to have a yeast infection is using a single dose of fluconazole 150mg. That is the mos effective way.
Also, try to keep the vulva as dry as possible. Don't wash yourself with soaps but only with water.
Wear cotton underwear.
I hope this helps. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Kind regards,
Dr. Klarida Papaqako
General and family physician
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