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Genital Hygiene

Maintaining good genital hygiene helps prevent infection and the transmission of sexually transmitted diseases. Wash your genitals with mild soap and water. Avoid using fragrant and harsh soaps and hot water to clean your genital area. Always pat dry with a soft towel and avoid rubbing the area.

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Can I use Clotrimazole cream for my vaginal infection?

Query: Hi doctor, I am 20-years-old female. I am diagnosed with a vaginal yeast infection. Doctor gave me Clotrimazole cream, but she did not tell me when to use and how much time I should keep it in my vagina, and should I wash it after some time? Please tell me when I should apply it and how much time I ...  Read Full »


Dr. Poonguzhali Liston

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Candid-V cream (Clotrimazole) for vaginal use comes with a vaginal applicator. So, kindly buy it with a vaginal applicator. With the applicator, fill up to the mark on it. Before applying, wash your intimate area and pat dry it. Lie ...  Read Full »

What causes yeast infection in the anus?

Query: Hi doctor,I have had excessive thirst and frequent urination for the past three days. The feeling of urinating is always urgent. Sometimes, the urine quantity is normal; sometimes, it is in drops. Also, my left ring finger and middle finger appear slightly swollen in the middle. Kindly let me know w...  Read Full »


Dr. Poonguzhali Liston

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. All the symptoms you are describing are related to a urinary infection. Kindly let me know the following details so I can help you with your problem. 1. Do you have any white discharge from the vagina? 2. Is there any itching sensation around...  Read Full »

What are the causes for hair follicle infection in the genital parts?

Query: Hi doctor, I have been suffering from recurring vaginal boils for over a week now. They are very painful. I have tried applying Neosporin ointment, but it does not seem to work. What should I do to treat them? Can I take antibiotics to treat them?  Read Full »


Dr. Poonguzhali Liston

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I would like to know if these boils are associated with itching and redness. Also, answer these questions; 1. Is there any vaginal discharge with a foul smell? 2. Are these boils at the base of your hair follicles? 3. Did you shave or wax...  Read Full »

Can long-term use of antibiotics cause vaginal thrush?

Query: Hi doctor, I thought I had thrush due to antibiotics for UTI. But I think it is either a severe yeast infection or ingrown hairs. I have one small lump with a red sore and a smaller one next to it with a fissure at the top near my clitoris. I had an ingrown hair last week and pulled it out, and it ...  Read Full »


Dr. Poonguzhali Liston

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. From your history and the picture (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity), I think it is an infection of ingrown hairs. Also, you have caused trauma in that region with a tweezer. Two minor lacerations are seen. This is the cause of the pain. Things you ...  Read Full »

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