Diabetes and yeast infections may be connected, but keeping blood sugar levels in check can help prevent them.
If you suspect you have a vaginal yeast infection, see your healthcare provider.
Symptoms include:
A severe yeast infection may make these symptoms worse.
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If needed, the sample may be sent to a laboratory for an accurate evaluation.
This is why it’s important to have a vaginal yeast infection diagnosed by a healthcare provider.
Treatment
There are a few options totreat a yeast infectionbased on symptoms and severity of the case.
Different courses of treatment have slightly different timelines, but most medications are used for one to seven days.
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Anti-fungal medications are the most effective treatment for yeast infections.
Prevention
For people with diabetes, keeping theirblood sugar levelsin check can help prevent yeast infections.
Symptoms include itching, burning, and a thick, white vaginal discharge.
Because yeast thrives on sugar, high blood sugar levels in uncontrolled diabetes can make yeast infections more likely.
Treatment may include a prescription oral antifungal medication or an OTC antifungal cream.
Making sure blood sugar levels are under control can help people with diabetes prevent vaginal yeast infections.
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