Does anyone flare from Yeast Infections?

[liznazz]

I was just curious if anyone experienced flares from yeast. I had HORRIBLE one a few weeks ago. I was (not to be graphic) so raw, that I could barely walk. I cleared it up with Terazol suppositories, but that made my outside area very sore. Ever since then, I have pain after urinating, as If my urethra is sore. Is flaring common with yeast infections? Thanks for any replies. Liz

[vm]

Yep. :( Anytime I used to get a vaginal infection - bacterial or yeast - I would go into a flare. I have seen a lot of other people here say that, too.

[Kathi]

Antibiotics are a great cause of yeast. Have you been on any? Some take acidophilis pills while on antibiotics to ward off yeast. Hope you feel better soon. Kathi

[ICNDonna]

Did you see your doctor so you're certain it is yeast? I know there are some other conditions that can mimic yeast.

Donna

[liznazz]

It was definitely yeast, I was diagnosed, but the after effect took me by surprise!! I didn't expect to feel "discomfort". How long does a flare like this last? liz

[Sarojini]

I usually have several days of a flare after a yeast infection. I find the OTC creams used for yeast make me worse, so I usually get my doc to prescribe either Diflucan or Nystatin. If the yeast has come from a round of antibiotics, taking L. acidophilus pills, eating yogurt, or using a supplement called Flora-Q can help me -- Flora-Q is a capsule with a mix of normal intestinal flora, including L. acidophilus, and replacing all that was killed by the antibiotics seems to help me out some.

[Katrina]

My flares from yeast infections can last about 3-5 days. Although I normally improve as soon as I start treatment. I agree totally with Jen...OTC creams hurt!

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