If this is your first yeast infection or you have special circumstances like diabetes, pregnancy, or recurrent infections,
it's important for you to talk to your doctor before you decide on a treatment. That way, he or she can give you
a proper diagnosis and help you choose the most appropriate treatment. If you're not sure what to ask,
we've provided you with various printable yeast infection discussion guides to bring to your doctor so
you can make sure you are getting the treatment that is best for you.
You should see a doctor if:
- It's your first yeast infection
- You're pregnant or breastfeeding
- You have diabetes
- You have a weakened immune system
- You're under 12 years of age
- Your yeast infection has recurred once a month (or three in six months)
- You're using MONISTAT® and there is no improvement within three days
- You're using MONISTAT® and complete relief is not felt within seven days
- You're taking the prescription warfarin
- You may have been exposed to HIV and get repeated vaginal yeast infections
- You have fever, chills, nausea, vomiting, lower abdominal, back or
shoulder pain, foul-smelling vaginal discharge or a missed period