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Treatments for Yeast Infections

By Tracee Cornforth, About.com

Updated: May 13, 2008

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Traditional Yeast Infections Treatments

  • prescribed oral medications such as Diflucan
  • antifungal vaginal medications available in creams, tablets, or suppositories over-the-counter or by prescription

If you have never been diagnosed by a physician with a vaginal yeast infection, you should not use over-the-counter medications without first obtaining an accurate diagnosis.

Alternative Yeast Infections Treatments

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What are the symptoms of Yeast Infections?

Visit our Women's Health Symptoms Guide Index for more information about yeast infections and other women's health conditions.

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Remember it is always your choice to seek a second opinion if you are uncomfortable or have any unanswered questions about the treatment recommended by your health care provider.

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