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Re: Zithromax (antibiotic) and side effects
From: Garry Siegel, MD (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Mon, 29 Apr 2002 21:07:26 -0500 (CDT)
could be yeast, or something else.
Don't treat, and get seen.
Garry
At Mon, 29 Apr 2002, Robin wrote:
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>At Sun, 28 Apr 2002, bamboo42 wrote:
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>>I was on a 5-day regime of Zithromax a couple of weeks ago for a
>>repiratory infection. Since then I've noticed some itching of the
>>vulva, not constant. Also it stings when I urinate, kind of like a
>>paper-cut sting. I've had yeast infections and this is not that. No
>>discharge, no odor. If it helps, I'm 45 and had a partial hyst. last
>>year. Kept one ovary which seems to be working. I've been celebate for
>>years.
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>It could be an external yeast infection. What you describe, has
>happened to me after taking Zithromax, and it was diagnosed as yeast.
>Whenever I am given any antibiotic, I am also give Diflucan to take
>after treatment, which does work. I also use Terazol or the like to
>help the Diflucan along. If nothing else, it is soothing to put the
>cream on the area.
>
>The paper cut sting you are feeling could be from the scratching,
>causing irritation from that.
>
>It is best to call your MD and see what s/he has to say. They may try
>and treat you over the phone, but if it doesn't get better, you may need
>to be seen.
>
>--
>Robin
>
>--
>Robin
>
>I'm not a Dr. or any type of Medical Professional.
>Please consult your with your own MD for advice and treatment.
>No private emails, please.
>
--
Garry E. Siegel, M.D., F.A.C.O.G.
Roswell, GA
Private Practice
No private emails; advice here does not constitute a physician-patient relationship.
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