Infection=possible pregnancy?

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Registered: 09-19-2003
Infection=possible pregnancy?
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Sat, 09-20-2003 - 3:24pm
I believe I might possibly have a yeast infection, although I can't remember the last time I had an infection like that. I read that it could possibly be caused by pregnancy and just wondered if anyone has every had that as one of their symptoms? Also, if any of you know I really don't want to wait to go to doctor for this so I was going to buy a cream OTC, do you think that would be ok?
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Registered: 09-20-2003
Sat, 09-20-2003 - 3:28pm
I had never had a UTI until the day I found out I was pg....hormones do interesting things!
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Registered: 09-03-2003
Sat, 09-20-2003 - 4:36pm
I heard yeast infections are more common while pregnant because of hormone changes. I would, however, not take just anything to treat them (especially if you think you are indeed pregnant) and consult my doctor.

Patricia

TCC #1 C2 1dpo

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Registered: 09-02-2003
Sat, 09-20-2003 - 6:01pm
A week after I found out I was pg with DS, I had my first and only yeast infection ever. I asked my NP about it and she said it was okay to use the OTC cream - but I just didn't want to take a chance. So I just ate a lot of yogurt and dealt with it. It went away on its own after about 3-4 days. I would definitely call your Dr. to check before you use anything. You don't need to actually go see her/him.

Lori

TTC#2 C3 CD23 6DPO

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Registered: 09-19-2003
Sun, 09-21-2003 - 12:30am
Thanks for your answers! I'm going to call my doc on Monday!