Treating a Yeast Infection

 Treating a Yeast Infection

 You can speed up the recovery process from a yeast infection and prevent a possible subsequent infection by disturbing the natural balance of the vagina as little as possible:

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• Rinse the outside of the vagina with lukewarm water. There is no need to wash more often or thoroughly. On the inside, the vagina cleans itself;
• Avoid vaginal rinses, - soap or other (natural) remedies such as tea-tree oil, probiotics... This makes the mucous membrane more irritated;
• Avoid having sex when the vagina is still dry, as this can irritate the mucous membrane. Take your time to get aroused, use (neutral) lubricant or avoid sex while the vagina is dry or if it hurts;
• Some medications such as clotrimazole are available without a prescription. You use this for 1 to 3 days. Please note: if you have symptoms of a vaginal yeast infection for the first time, it is best to see your doctor. Even if the complaints return or change and the self-purchased medicines do not help.