where to get yeast infection info

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Registered: 08-26-2004
where to get yeast infection info
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Mon, 08-15-2005 - 4:44pm
if i take care of my yeast infection, what does my boyfriend need to do to make sure he is not transmitting it back to me? Are douches healthy and how often can i use them?
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Registered: 12-30-2003
Mon, 08-15-2005 - 8:46pm

Hi geolynnyon, welcome!

>>if i take care of my yeast infection, what does my boyfriend need to do to make sure he is not transmitting it back to me? <<

A good article on vaginal yeast infections is: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001511.htm I don’t think it frequently happens but it is sometimes possible to reinfect a partner so if you have been having a reoccurring problem it might be a good idea to have him tested for yeast and treated if necessary. At the very least it’s something to ask your doctor about.

>> Are douches healthy and how often can i use them? <<

There are some women and doctors who swear by douches. However, I think the general medical opinion is that vaginal douching is harmful. An article on vaginal douching is: http://womenshealth.about.com/cs/azhealthtopics/a/vagdouching.htm

Thanks for posting. Please come back and let us know how you’re doing, ok?

Good luck,

      Jill