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Yeast Infection

Yeast infection is caused due to Candida albicans. It can affect both men and women, resulting in redness and itching in the private parts. Though it is not a sexually transmitted disease, it can be transmitted through sexual contact. Antifungal drugs help to give relief.

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I am experiencing a sticky discharge. What is it?

Query: Hello doctor,I have been experiencing a sticky discharge, which I have had many times before due to yeast infections, along with discomfort. Additionally, I have been experiencing a yellow discharge for a long time without any other symptoms. My partner and I have been trying to get pregnant for one...  Read Full »


Dr. Vandana Andrews

Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern about the pregnancy and vaginal discharge.Based on the information you provided, you may be experiencing symptoms of vaginal discharge. It can be caused by factors such as infection, hormonal changes, or other underlying medical conditions. Yeas...  Read Full »

I have a vaginal yeast infection. How to get rid of it?

Query: Hello doctor, I have a vaginal yeast infection and I do not know what to do and say to my mother. How can I relieve this at home in one or two days? How to get rid of this? Please help.   Read Full »


Dr. Sanap Sneha Umrao

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I read your query and understood your concern. There is nothing to feel awkward about vaginal infection. To avoid such infection you should keep that area clean and dry, change undergarments two times a day, wash your genital with mild cleansers and if there is exces...  Read Full »

I have a yeast infection. Is there any OTC medication?

Query: Hello doctor, How can I treat a yeast infection? Is there over-the-counter medicine for that?  Read Full »


Dr. Uzma Arqam

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Try to have a full treatment for any health issue that is reducing your immunity and causing you recurrent yeast infection like diabetes, immunocompromised diseases like AIDS, etc. Try to have a high vaginal swab to confirm that recurrently you are getting an infecti...  Read Full »

I get a yeast-like odor from my undergarments. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor, I have noticed that small things in my daily life are affected. I have noticed that my inner garment is always wet and has a yeast smell throughout the day. Is this any infection? How to get this treated? Please help.   Read Full »


Dr. Muhammad Zohaib Siddiq

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understand your concern. If you are experiencing constant wetness and a yeast-like odor in your underwear, it is possible that you may have a vaginal infection, such as a yeast infection or bacterial vaginosis. Here are a few suggestions t...  Read Full »

I am struggling with a reoccurring yeast infection. I used many drugs and my ovulation is not stable. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor,I am struggling with reoccurring yeast infection used several drugs and herbs and my ovulation is not stable I do not get the ovulation discharge. Please help.  Read Full »


Dr. Kanani Darshan Jayantilal

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I read your query and understand your concern. Recurring yeast infections and unstable ovulation can be frustrating and concerning. There are a few general tips that may help: 1. Keep the area clean and dry: Avoid using harsh soaps or douches and opt for gentle, frag...  Read Full »

I have white tiny particles on my penis skin. What is it?

Query: Hi doctor, I am suffering from white tiny particles on penis skin and itching forehead skin. What is the cause? What is the solution? I am currently applying Candid B.  Read Full »


Dr. Sushil Kakkar

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have noted your concern and I have viewed the image (attachment removed to protect patient identity). You have Fordyce spots. These are sebaceous glands without an opening and appear as yellowish white granules on prepuce undersurface. It is just a sometimes concer...  Read Full »

I have PCOD, mood swings, and a bad smell from my vagina. Why?

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 27-years-old female and I have PCOD. I have a bad smell in my vagina and my vagina becomes very wet. I have mood swings and headaches all the time. My query is if I have any problem with my vagina? Why it is having a bad smell all the day?  Read Full »


Dr. Pandian. P

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. It may be due to bacterial vaginosis or yeast infection. I suggest you take antibiotics, analgesics, and antihistamines along with douching of the vagina with an antiseptic solution and vaginal pessary or ointment for f...  Read Full »

I noticed a few bumps on my penis while applying an anti-fungal cream for a yeast infection. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor, A few weeks ago I was diagnosed with a yeast infection. I was prescribed an anti-fungal cream and it cleared up quickly. When I was applying the cream I noticed these bumps on my penis. They look like Fordyce spots but I want to be sure. I have never examined my penis before. Please h...  Read Full »


Dr. Shanza Ikram

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. In my opinion, yeast infection is still there, particularly below the head of the penis. Yes, there are a few skin-colored to red papular eruptions is there. And it is most likely Fordyce spots. Here I would like to comment there is no ...  Read Full »

How to cure recurrent vaginal yeast infections?

Query: Hello doctor, I have been having recurrent vaginal yeast infections for the last six months. I have taken medications earlier. The gynecologist prescribed Azithral 500 mg in the beginning. After that, the doctor gave me tablet Orni-O. The first time it got cured. When it came back again, she presc...  Read Full »


Dr. Agarwal Nidhi Krishnamurari

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. As you have repeated yeast infection, you require following investigations: Vaginal swab: Culture and sensitivity which will tell the type of infection and which medicine would be effective. Blood Hemoglobin Level: As females who are anemic (low hemoglobin level...  Read Full »

Is Triamcinolone a good drug to cure yeast infection?

Query: Hi doctor, Can I insert Triamcinolone inside my vagina to clear yeast infection?  Read Full »


Dr. Kamalpreet Kaur Nagpal

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Triamcinolone is not indicated for yeast infection. It is a corticosteroid and rather, a yeast infection can precipitate with this drug. You should use an antifungal like Clotrimazole vaginal pessaries for 14 days. I also advise you to use a condom during sexual i...  Read Full »

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