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14 Treatments for Vaginal Yeast Infection

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Tests

5	Prescribed Medications

3	Over the Counter Medications

2	Herbs and Supplements

Overview

Vaginal yeast infections, also known as candidiasis, are a common female condition. Yeast infections are caused by the fungus candida. This fungus is associated with intense itching, swelling, and irritation. According to the Mayo Clinic, three o[read article]

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Tests for Vaginal Yeast Infection

1. Pelvic Exam A pelvic examination is a routine procedure used to assess the well being of the female patients' lower genito-urinary tract. This is done as part of a usual h... More
2. Potassium Hydroxide (KOH) Stain The KOH test takes its name from the chemical formula for potassium hydroxide (KOH), which is the substance used in the test. The test, which is also called a potas... More
3. Vaginal pH Test
4. History and Physical Exam A physical examination is a routine test your doctor performs to check your overall health. It is also known as a wellness check. A physical examination helps your ... More
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Prescribed Medications for Vaginal Yeast Infection

1. fluconazole(Diflucan ) FLUCONAZOLE (floo KON na zole) is an antifungal medicine. It is used to treat certain kinds of fungal or yeast infections. More
2. nystatin vaginal NYSTATIN (nye STAT in) is an antifungal medicine. It is used to treat yeast infections of the vagina. More
3. terconazole topical(Terazol 3 , others...) Close TERCONAZOLE (ter KON a zole) is an antifungal medicine. It is used to treat yeast infections of the vagina. More
4. butoconazole topical(Femstat 3 , Gynazole 1) BUTOCONAZOLE (byoo toe KOE na zole) is an antifungal medicine. It is used to treat yeast infections of the vagina. More
5. clotrimazole topical(Lotrimin , others...) Close CLOTRIMAZOLE (kloe TRIM a zole) is an antifungal medicine. It is used to treat certain kinds of fungal or yeast infections of the skin. More
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Over the Counter Medications for Vaginal Yeast Infection

1. butoconazole topical(Femstat 3 , Mycelex-3) BUTOCONAZOLE (byoo toe KOE na zole) is an antifungal medicine. It is used to treat yeast infections of the vagina. More
2. tioconazole topical(Vagistat-1 , Tioconazole-1) TIOCONAZOLE (tye oh KON a zole) is an antifungal medicine. It is used to treat yeast infections of the vagina. More
3. clotrimazole topical(Lotrimin , others...) Close CLOTRIMAZOLE (kloe TRIM a zole) is an antifungal medicine. It is used to treat certain kinds of fungal or yeast infections of the skin. More
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Herbs and Supplements for Vaginal Yeast Infection What's this?

1. lactobacillus acidophilus Lactobacilli are bacteria that normally live in the human small intestine and vagina. Lactobacillus acidophilus is generally considered to be beneficial because it ... More Efficacy Grade C
2. echinacea Echinacea species are perennials that belong to the Aster family and originate in eastern North America. Traditionally used for a range of infections and malignanci... More
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