Re: Yeast Infection
From: Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Sun, 18 Nov 2001 18:55:39 -0600 (CST)
Diflucan is about as good as the vaginal medications - it's success rate
is about 80% with one treatment. So, in 20%, a second treatment is
needed. As far as persistent symptoms, in many women, external therapy
for 1-3 weeks may be needed. You may wish to discuss this with your
doctor and see if further therapy is warranted.
Hope this helps and write back anytime for more information.
Dr. M
At Sun, 18 Nov 2001, Debra wrote:
>
>The past week I have been dealing with the symptons of
>a yeast infection. I went to the doctor and he
>confirmed that fact and prescribed Diflucan. Now it
>has been a week since I have taken the medication and
>there is no more discharge or itching. However, the
>redness and pain still occurs when having intercourse.
>What should I do?
>
>Debbie
>
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Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. FACOG, FACS
Great Neck, New York
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