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Our team of experts can answer many of your feminine health questions. You can search the questions other MONISTAT® users have posted to the site or post a question of your own. And we always encourage you to talk to your own doctor if you have any further questions.
Most Frequently Asked Questions
Q: I used the Monistat day or night 1 day treatment on Thursday morning. I will start my period on Tuesday morning, can I use a Tampon when I start my period? If not when can i?
Asked by: Anonymous
A: Do not use tampons during the day or at night while you are using an over-the-counter vaginal antifungal as tampons can absorb to ...
Q: Hi, I just had a period that lasted alot longer than usually. It is about the 3rd period I have had within the past 6-8 weeks. Since it has ended, I have had a little foul odor and discharge. I was wondering if this could be a yeast infection caused by having so many periods I have had in the time period I mentioned? If not, what could I do about the odor that I have? The odor has not gone away even after showering and douching would give me a yeast infection if I don't already have one. Your help would be greatly appreciated!
Asked by: Anonymous
A: We recommend contacting your doctor for the correct diagnosis of your symptoms. Please realize that there are many causes for a a ...
Q: I used the one day formula 2 nights ago i didnt realize i shouldnt use the hot tub and i have went in once since the treatment does this mean it wont be effective? i have noticed some relieve but it is still uncomfortable do I treat again?
Asked by: Anonymous
A: When using Monistat® as instructed, your symptoms should improve in 3 days and you should be completely cured in 7 days. On most ...
Q: im 17 years old. i think i have a yeast infection. id like to purchase monistat but i didnt know how the over-the-counter thing works. i know i don't need a perscription but what will i need to bring, besides money, to buy this? please email me back asap. Thank you very much.
Asked by: Anonymous
A: We recommend contacting your doctor for the correct diagnosis of your symptoms. Please realize that there are many causes for a a ...
Q: What is a yeast infection?
Asked by: Anonymous
A: Yeast infections are very common, and nearly 3 out of every 4 women experience one at some point in their life. A yeast infection ...
Q: I was diagnosed with BV. I finished using the vaginal treatment of metronidazole about 4 days ago. I now have symptoms of a yeast infection. Could the metronidazole have caused a yeast infection?
Asked by: Anonymous
A: The question you have asked is one that should be addressed by your doctor. He/she knows your health circumstances and history, ...
Q: For the past two years I have been wearing scented pantiliners and a friend of mine had the same problem as I did. She was wearing these liners and told me that some people might be sensitive so they start to get this foul smelling odor and a brownish /yellowish discharge from their vagina. I have been wearing these liners and I just recently stopped. I am afraid this odor
Asked by: Anonymous
A: The question you have asked is one that should be addressed by your doctor. He/she knows your health circumstances and history, ...
Q: Is it true that I can get a yeast infection under my arms?
Asked by: julie
A: We recommend contacting your doctor for the correct diagnosis of your symptoms. Please realize that there are many causes for a a ...
Q: What causes recurrent yeast infections? Have never had them before but this is the second in a few months....diet?
Asked by: Anonymous
A: There are several possible causes for recurrent infections including pregnancy, diabetes, and medications such as birth control ...
Q: What does it mean if I have a recurring yeast infection? What can this be a sign of, should I be worried?
Asked by: Anonymous
A: There are several possible causes for recurrent infections including pregnancy, diabetes, and medications such as birth control ...
Q: Hi, I seem to suffer with back to back Yeast and BV infections.I've been tested for Sugar and HIV,the test were negative and I always finish the medications that the doctor'sgive me but the symptoms go away an return within a month or so,what am I doing wrong? I also follow the DON'T DO very closely. Could it be my diet? and should I lay off of foods that are high in sugars???
Asked by: Anonymous
A: The question you have asked is one that should be addressed by your doctor. He/she knows your health circumstances and history, ...
Q: I keep having a lot of whitish slimy like vaginal discharge, and its not my everyday discharge. Its not itchy or anything but it goes away and come back. I went to the doctor and they said I tested negative for all tests. If its not a yeast infection or STD what is it?
Asked by: Marie
A: The question you have asked is one that should be addressed by your doctor. He/she knows your health circumstances and history, ...
Q: Are there certain foods that cause yeast infections?
A: Some doctors have found that heavily sweetened foods can cause recurrent yeast infections. In fact, women have been found to an ...
Q: My doctor prescribed me to use Monistat Cream but I don't know which one to buy. I stoped by the drug store today and all of the creams they have seems to be for female but I'm a male. My doctor is out of town until Friday that's the reason why I'm asking you, which one of your products should I buy? Thanks in advance for your answer!!
Asked by: Anonymous
A: The question you have asked is one that should be addressed by your doctor. He/she knows your health circumstances and history, ...
Q: I am pregnant and due in two days and am wondering if I could apply some Monistat Derm Miconazole Nitrate Cream 2% USP - Antifungal Cream to my vagina...on the outside? I have been experiencing a fair bit of discharge and find since it has been sitting on a liner I am a little irritated down there.
Asked by: Anonymous
A: If you are pregnant or think you may be, or if you are a nursing mother, do not use this product except under the advice and of a ...
Q: I've had a few problems with my vaginal area ever since I got my first papsmear (sp?) about a month ago. I noticed a UTI problem before the appointment and pretty much treated that on my own. The dr. said everything looked fine since the infection. But ever since the dr.'s, I've been having pee/vaginal issues, I feel like I have to go alot and when it does come only little comes out. Also, lately there has been itching. I am so uncomfortable! I keep clean and my mother bought me a Monistat product to use but i'm not sure if what I have is a yeast infection. Will it clear up without use?
Asked by: Anonymous
A: The question you have asked is one that should be addressed by your doctor. He/she knows your health circumstances and history, ...
Q: After finishing 2 rounds of antibiotics for a uti, I developed a yeast infection. I used the Monistat 1 day almost 3 days ago. I did it in the middle of the afternoon and was pretty active the rest of the day. Did not realize I should have laid down and given it time to work. I have had some relief but it's not gone, I feel like alot of it leaked out and I'm still feeling some leakage. Did I not give it a chance to work and what should I do now? I'm worried because I am scheduled to start another round of antibiotics as part of a preop for upcoming unrelated surgery in 5 days. Thank you
Asked by: Anonymous
A: When using Monistat® as instructed, your symptoms should improve in 3 days and you should be completely cured in 7 days. On most ...
Q: Im not sure i have a yeast infection...iv never had one before but just in case i took Monistat 1 and was wondering how long i cant have sex and was wondering if Monistat affected my birth control...i was told it was a antibiotic.
Asked by: Anonymous
A: We recommend that you avoid vaginal intercourse to allow the vagina to heal. This product may damage condoms and diaphragms and ...
Q: i bought teh day or night one treatment.. and my yeast infection isn't bad. me and my partner had intercourse today and i saw some yeast in the surrounding area. if i take it tonight.. how long do you generally have to wait till its safe to have vaginal intercourse?
Asked by: Anonymous
A: When using Monistat® as instructed, your symptoms should improve in 3 days and you should be completely cured in 7 days. On most ...
Q: I have never had a yeast infection before. I recently noticed that when I discharge it has a foul smell. There is no burning during urination but occasional itching or irritation. Is this a yeast infection?
Asked by: Anonymous
A: We recommend contacting your doctor for the correct diagnosis of your symptoms. Please realize that there are many causes for a a ...
Q: is it safe to have sex when you've discovered that you have a yeast infection? Would having a yeast infection affect your spouse during sexual intercourse?
Asked by: Anonymous
A: The question you have asked is one that should be addressed by your doctor. He/she knows your health circumstances and history, ...
Q: I've never had a yeast infection before. During a trip to Mexico I began getting all the noted symptoms after swimming in the pool and ocean. Symptoms worsened after snorkeling. From initial appearance to extreme symptoms was about three days. Seeing as it was the weekend I went to the ER. They did a pelvic exam am told me all was fine I only had vaginitis from a little bacterial infection, I was given antibiotics. The next couple of days my symptoms worsened. Is it normal for a yeast infection to worsen if given antibiotics? What happens if it goes untreated? How similar is it to herpes?
Asked by: Anonymous
A: The question you have asked is one that should be addressed by your doctor. He/she knows your health circumstances and history, ...
Q: Is it possible to have a yeast infection in your essophogus and if so how do you get it?
Asked by: Anonymous
A: The question you have asked is one that should be addressed by your doctor. He/she knows your health circumstances and history, ...
Q: Can having a yeast infection keep me from having my period?
Asked by: Anonymous
A: The question you have asked is one that should be addressed by your doctor. He/she knows your health circumstances and history, ...
Q: About 10 days ago I was diagnosed with hives, they were on my face, neck, arms and hands the doctor gave me a steriod to take. I took my last pill on Monday. Wednesday I noticed an itching and sorness on my vagina. I check to see if there were hives there but I don't see anything but some redness,could the steroids have caused a yeast infection.
Asked by: Anonymous
A: The question you have asked is one that should be addressed by your doctor. He/she knows your health circumstances and history, ...
Q: At what age should I bring my daughter to the gynecologist? Should I wait until she's sexually active? But what if she is and she's not telling me?
A: Your daughter shouldn't be waiting until she's sexually active to go to the gynecologist. If she's 18, she should be going for a ...
Q: My daughter told me she's been having vaginal discomfort. I think she has a yeast infection or something, so that probably means she is having sex. I don't want to jump to conclusions quite yet, so can you let me know your take on it?
A: Don't worry mom. Many young girls who are not yet sexually active can experience yeast infections. It could be something linked ...
Q: Can I give a yeast infection to my sex partner?
A: It's possible (though not common) for a sex partner to develop a yeast infection. If you are treating a yeast infection—or ...
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