August 1, 2007
Yeast infections from having sex- possible?
Can I get a yeast infection from having sex?
Yes, but it is rare. Women usually do not get yeast infections from sex. Instead, a weakened immune system is the most common cause of yeast infections.
How are yeast infections treated?
Yeast infections can be cured with antifungal medicines in the form of creams, tablets, ointments or suppositories that are inserted into the vagina. These medicines include butoconazole, clotrimazole, miconazole, nystatin, tioconazole and terconazole. These products can be bought over-the-counter at the drug store or grocery store. Your doctor can also prescribe you a single dose of oral fluconazole.Infections that do not respond to these medicines are becoming more common. Using antifungal medicines when you don’t really have a yeast infection can boost your risk of getting a hard-to-treat infection in the future.
