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Our team of experts can answer many of your feminine health questions. You can search the questions other MONISTAT® users have posted to the site or post a question of your own. And we always encourage you to talk to your own doctor if you have any further questions.
Most Frequently Asked Questions
Q: I am on a 20-day regimen of antibiotics and contracted a yeast infection on day five. I used the Monistat 1 ovule treatment which has given me relief; however, I feel fairly confident the yeast infection will recur since I still have 12 more days on the antibiotic. If I feel start feeling symptomatic again can I safely use another does of Monistat 1 in the next 12 days?
Asked by: Anonymous
A: The question you have asked is one that should be addressed by your doctor. He/she knows your health circumstances and history, ...
Q: Is it normal to feel extremely itchy for about 2 to 3 min. after I insert the cream ? after that I feel fine , its my second day of treatment.
Asked by: Anonymous
A: Yes, there may be an increase in symptoms for up to an hour afer insertion. If the increase in symptoms do not decrease, please ...
Q: Can a yeast infection cause a rash on other parts of your body?
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Q: I have to take a drug test for new employment (urine test). I am currently using monistat to treat yiest infection. Will that affect the results of the test?
Asked by: Anonymous
A: Our Monistat product has not been tested in this way. The question you have asked is one that should be addressed by your doctor. ...
Q: What is a yeast infection?
Asked by: Anonymous
A: Yeast infections are very common, and nearly 3 out of every 4 women experience one at some point in their life. A yeast infection ...
Q: I was diagnosed with BV. I finished using the vaginal treatment of metronidazole about 4 days ago. I now have symptoms of a yeast infection. Could the metronidazole have caused a yeast infection?
Asked by: Anonymous
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Q: For the past two years I have been wearing scented pantiliners and a friend of mine had the same problem as I did. She was wearing these liners and told me that some people might be sensitive so they start to get this foul smelling odor and a brownish /yellowish discharge from their vagina. I have been wearing these liners and I just recently stopped. I am afraid this odor
Asked by: Anonymous
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Q: Is it true that I can get a yeast infection under my arms?
Asked by: julie
A: We recommend contacting your doctor for the correct diagnosis of your symptoms. Please realize that there are many causes for a a ...
Q: can a man pass a yeast infection back to a woman.
Asked by: Anonymous
A: Yes, it is possible. The question you have asked is one that should be addressed by your doctor. He/she knows your health and and ...
Q: I am really not sure what to do anymore. I have tried all doctor recommended treatments for this yeast infection, it is not going away. Should I be concerned that it is something else? All I want is to feel well again.
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Q: I have a very intense internal vaginal itching. I had a yeast infection before but im not sure thisis the same:there is no discharge, no burning... i noticed this happens intercourse, my husband uses condoms and the itcheness started to happen a few months ago. I usually have for a few days and it goes away, but by the time is gone im afraid to have sex again because i hate the disconfort. can this itching be related to a latex allergy? What can I do to stop the itching?
Asked by: Anonymous
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Q: I have intense night time only vaginal itching and it is only somewhat relieved by creams or suppositories or anti-itch cream or spray. What could be causing this?
Asked by: Anonymous
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Q: Does all of the monistat products contain propylene glycol? Do you make any product containing the active ingredient without propylene glycol?
Asked by: Anonymous
A: Our line of products is quite extensive. A full list of ingredients is included in the ingredient statements on our products’ If ...
Q: Im on the nuva ring can i use monistat when I have my nuva ring in?
Asked by: Anonymous
A: The question you have asked is one that should be addressed by your doctor. He/she knows your health circumstances and history, ...
Q: I have an IUD, if I do get a yeast infection, can I still use monistat??
Asked by: Anonymous
A: Yes, you may use Monistat when you have an IUD in place.
Q: I bought the monistat 7 today, my symptoms were driving me nuts so I used it at 2pm then took a nap, can I insert some more before I go to bed at 10 pm or should I wait until tomorrow night?
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A: We recommend following the product instructions. The question you have asked is one that should be addressed by your doctor. your ...
Q: can men get yeast infections and give them.
Asked by: Anonymous
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Q: so i had unprotected sex about 2 weeks ago, and im on birth control but i made sure to take a morning after pill after also (just incase). But since about a week ago, my vagina has been really itchy and i have to pee a lot more in the evenings than normal, do you think it could just be a yeast infection or an std? my partner is std free, but we had sex at the beach in a tent..
Asked by: Anonymous
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Q: my friend has a yeast infection and wants to know how long after the 7day treatment can she have sex again
Asked by: Anonymous
A: We recommend that you avoid vaginal intercourse to allow the vagina to heal. This product may damage condoms and diaphragms and ...
Q: I provided oral sex with my female partner who had her 2nd yeast infection. She is seeing a gnyecologist next week and is starting on Monistat. I developed a small yeast infection on the outside corner of my mouth.. It is sore, slightly pink. In past I have periodically had a reoccurring yeast infection in this same area. My dentist said this was related to my denture fitting--and Econazole Nitrate Cream !% has cured this up in day or so. It is, however, not helping now. Would Monistat help me? What, besides Econazole might I use? Thank you.
Asked by: David Waite
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Q: I've never had a yeast infection before. During a trip to Mexico I began getting all the noted symptoms after swimming in the pool and ocean. Symptoms worsened after snorkeling. From initial appearance to extreme symptoms was about three days. Seeing as it was the weekend I went to the ER. They did a pelvic exam am told me all was fine I only had vaginitis from a little bacterial infection, I was given antibiotics. The next couple of days my symptoms worsened. Is it normal for a yeast infection to worsen if given antibiotics? What happens if it goes untreated? How similar is it to herpes?
Asked by: Anonymous
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Q: Is it possible to have a yeast infection in your essophogus and if so how do you get it?
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Q: Can having a yeast infection keep me from having my period?
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Q: About 10 days ago I was diagnosed with hives, they were on my face, neck, arms and hands the doctor gave me a steriod to take. I took my last pill on Monday. Wednesday I noticed an itching and sorness on my vagina. I check to see if there were hives there but I don't see anything but some redness,could the steroids have caused a yeast infection.
Asked by: Anonymous
A: The question you have asked is one that should be addressed by your doctor. He/she knows your health circumstances and history, ...
Q: Can I give a yeast infection to my sex partner?
A: It's possible (though not common) for a sex partner to develop a yeast infection. If you are treating a yeast infection—or ...
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