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Red skin in vagina after BV, yeast infection. Treatment.

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Hi,
two months ago I got BV from a new sexual partner. I was treated with antibiotics- metronadizole 500mg 3x day for a week. Then I got a yeast infection. Diflucan didn't help. Neither did 1 day anti fungal cream treatment. then I tried 7 day treatment which made the itching go away. However now I have red skin around the rim of the vaginal vestibule and a sore feeling. This discomfort doesn't go away. I tried using probiotics but that doesn't seem to help. Any suggestions?

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Hello,
Thanks for posting your query at DoctorSpring.com
Did you self treat the yeast infection ?
If you did, it is possible that you have persistent / recurrent yeast infection.
A vaginal swab should now be done to confirm the type of infection.
You might require intensive anti fungal treatment, but proceed only after consulting your doctor and having a formal internal exam and a swab.
Have protected sex till then.
Maintain strict perineal hygiene.
Avoid using any medicated / perfumed soaps, cleansers, gels, douches on the area - they alter vaginal pH, thus inviting yeast infections.
Just use lukewarm water to clean.
All the best
Please feel free to discuss further.
Regards.

Dr. Aarti Vazirani
Category: Infertility Specialist
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Residency: Obstetrics & Gynecolog, BJMC,Civil hospital, Ahmedabad, 2008
Post Graduate: MS (Obstetrics & Gynecology), B.J. Medical College, Ahmedabad, 2008
Medical School: MBBS, B.J. Medical College, Ahmedabad, 2004
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