- Pregnancy Test When In Doubt!
- If there is any doubt about the possibility of pregnancy, obtain and use a urine pregnancy test from the store.
- Over the Counter Treatment of Vaginal Yeast Infection: There are a number of over the counter medications for the treatment of vaginal yeast infections.
- Examples include: Femstat-3, Gyne-Lotrimin-3, Mycelex-7, Monistat.
- If you are pregnant, speak with your doctor before using.
- Do not use yeast medication during the 24 hours prior to a physician appointment. Reason: Interferes with examination.
- Read and follow the package instructions closely.
- Prevention of Vaginitis:
- Keep your genital area clean. Wash daily.
- Keep your genital area dry. Wear cotton underwear or underwear with a cotton crotch.
- Do not douche.
- Do not use feminine hygiene products.
- IF your symptoms become worse: Review Should I Call? recommendations.
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