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Suggest Treatment For Recurrent Yeast Infection In The Vulva Area
Question: I felt like a yeast infection was coming on and I applied apple cider vinegar... It make the vulva raw..! I'm usin Miconazole cream for seven days, today is the second day and it looks bad, kind of secreting a green discharge, should I check in with my doctor?
Brief Answer:
Probably need a stronger anti-fungal with an antibiotic
Detailed Answer:
Hi there,
Unfortunately, it is very common to have a yeast infection after using anabiotic's. Miconazole usually works very well, but you might need a stronger antifungal such as fuconazole.
However, you should see a doctor and get a urinalysis to determine the cause of discharge and pain. Green discharge can sometimes mean a bacterial infection which means you will need another course of antibiotics. In addition, you should also have a Pap smear done if indicated. You may benefit from estrogen cream temporarily. It will help the healing and health of the vagina.
I hope this helps.
Probably need a stronger anti-fungal with an antibiotic
Detailed Answer:
Hi there,
Unfortunately, it is very common to have a yeast infection after using anabiotic's. Miconazole usually works very well, but you might need a stronger antifungal such as fuconazole.
However, you should see a doctor and get a urinalysis to determine the cause of discharge and pain. Green discharge can sometimes mean a bacterial infection which means you will need another course of antibiotics. In addition, you should also have a Pap smear done if indicated. You may benefit from estrogen cream temporarily. It will help the healing and health of the vagina.
I hope this helps.
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