YOUNG-WOMEN Messages for March, 2002: Re: Yeast Infection

Re: Yeast Infection

From: Richard Chudacoff, MD, FACOG (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Sun, 31 Mar 2002 16:03:38 -0600 (CST)

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At Sun, 31 Mar 2002, Robin wrote: >
>At Sun, 31 Mar 2002, Jessica wrote:
>>
>>I'm a thirteen year old girl and I have had my period for about one
>>year. I recently go this bad itch down there, and I think i have a
>>yeast infection. My discharge has been very thinck and white, and it is
>>around my vagina. Do I have to tell my parents about this or can I just
>>put yogurt on it or something? Thanks.
>
>Jessica,
>
>As you probably found by searching the archives on the different forums,
>Dr. Braun, one of our MD's here, states that yogurt will not help a
>yeast infection as it is pasteurized.
>
>Do talk to your Mom or a friend's Mom if that is easier, and see if they
>will help you. You may need to see your Dr. for a check to make sure
>it is yeast you are dealing with. They can they prescribe something to
>help with the infection.
>
>--
>Robin
>

I agree. Talk to your parents. An examination will not include a speculum, but rather will determine if there is a cause for the yeast infection, and probably a really easy treatment.

-- Richard Chudacoff, MD, FACOG Chudacoff Obstetrics & Gynecology, PLLC Sugar Land, TX

Note: opinions expressed here are for educational purposes only and, as such, do not constitute a physician-patient relationship. This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to consult with your physician prior to choosing therapeutic options and/or interventions.

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