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Can Yeast Infection Cause Cellulitis?

My mom has cellulitis in her hand and is being treated with IV Keflex with good response. She delayed treatment as her "natropathic" Dr. told her it was simply caused by yeast in her body and he gave her a topical cream and told her to take tylenol. I haven't been able to find any info that indicates that cellulitis could be caused by yeast, or that internal yeast infection could be treated, and respond to, Keflex. Amphotericin B seems to be what's used for any type of internal yeast infection. - thank you.
Tue, 11 Jul 2017
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Hi,

Thanks for your question on HCM and I do understand your concern

“As” per your clinical history is concerned your mother has cellulitis and for it she is taking right medications and it has no connection with yeast rather it happens due to bacterial infection only.so take medication and complete it's course first. Regarding yeast infection she can [fluconazole] a full course so discuss with your doctor as it is a prescribed medication.

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Can Yeast Infection Cause Cellulitis?

Hi, Thanks for your question on HCM and I do understand your concern “As” per your clinical history is concerned your mother has cellulitis and for it she is taking right medications and it has no connection with yeast rather it happens due to bacterial infection only.so take medication and complete it s course first. Regarding yeast infection she can [fluconazole] a full course so discuss with your doctor as it is a prescribed medication. Hope that helps