Vaginal Yeast Infection Treatment Specialist

What is a vaginal yeast infection?

A vaginal yeast infection is a fungal infection caused by Candida albicans, a fungus naturally found in the vagina. However, you develop a yeast infection when there’s an overgrowth of the yeast, or it invades the cells in the deeper areas of your vaginal tissue.

Common symptoms of a yeast infection include:

• Vaginal itching and burning
• Redness and irritation
• Pain during intercourse
• White, lumpy vaginal discharge
  
  

You may develop a yeast infection when using antibiotics, which disrupts the normal balance of yeast and bacteria found in your vaginal tissue. Yeast infections are also common during pregnancy and in women with poorly controlled diabetes.

When do I need vaginal yeast infection treatment?

Though you can find over-the-counter antifungal medications to treat your yeast infection, the women’s health experts at Frisco Obstetrics and Gynecology, PA recommend you seek a formal diagnosis before self-treating.

When you visit Frisco Obstetrics and Gynecology, PA for a yeast infection consultation, your provider reviews your symptoms and medical and gynecological history and performs a physical and pelvic exam.

The women’s health specialists may be able to diagnose your vaginal yeast infection after your physical. Still, they may take a sample of your vaginal secretions for testing to identify the yeast causing your symptoms.

They use the information gathered during your evaluation to develop an effective vaginal yeast infection treatment.  

For their patients with frequent yeast infections, the team may not require an office visit but may prescribe treatments based on reported symptoms and medical history. 

What is vaginal yeast infection treatment?

Your vaginal yeast infection treatment may depend on the severity of your symptoms and the frequency of your infections. 

For women with mild to moderate symptoms and infrequent infections, the team may prescribe a 3-7 day course of antifungal medication or a one-time dose of fluconazole. 

For women with moderate to severe symptoms or frequent yeast infections, the team may prescribe a two-week course of antifungal medication or up to three doses of fluconazole.

Your provider won’t prescribe fluconazole if you’re pregnant.

If your yeast infection is resistant to antifungal treatments, the team prescribes a boric acid suppository you place in your vagina.

To discuss your vaginal yeast infection treatment options, call Frisco Obstetrics and Gynecology, PA, or schedule an appointment online today.