Vaginal yeast infection: How can I treat vaginal yeast infection?
April 14, 2023 | 40,00 EUR | answered by Christine Widmann
Dear Doctor,
My name is Adele Kaiser and I have been experiencing symptoms that could indicate a vaginal yeast infection for a few weeks. I have increased, whitish and clumpy discharge, as well as an uncomfortable itching in the genital area. These symptoms are very distressing to me and I am worried about how to treat the yeast infection.
So far, I have tried using home remedies such as yogurt or tea tree oil to combat the yeast infection, but the symptoms have not improved. I have also read that there are over-the-counter medications available at the pharmacy that are supposed to help with yeast infections. However, I am unsure if these treatments are truly effective and if I can use them safely.
I would like to know from you what treatment options are available for yeast infections and which ones are best suited for my specific case. Are there medications that I can buy without a prescription that effectively combat the yeast infection? Or would it be better for me to schedule an appointment in your practice to receive a precise diagnosis and discuss a suitable therapy?
I want to get rid of the symptoms as quickly as possible and ensure that the yeast infection does not recur. I thank you in advance for your help and look forward to your expert advice.
Sincerely,
Adele Kaiser
Dear Adele Kaiser,
Thank you for your message and trust in my expertise as a gynecologist. I am sorry to hear that you are experiencing symptoms that could indicate a vaginal yeast infection. These symptoms can indeed be very uncomfortable, but fortunately there are effective treatment options.
First and foremost, I want to emphasize the importance of obtaining an accurate diagnosis to ensure that it is indeed a yeast infection and not another condition. However, based on your descriptions of the symptoms, it does sound very likely that it is a yeast infection.
Home remedies such as yogurt or tea tree oil may sometimes help alleviate the symptoms, but they usually do not address the root cause of the problem. Over-the-counter medications from the pharmacy, such as antifungal creams or vaginal tablets, are generally more effective in treating yeast infections. These contain active ingredients like clotrimazole or miconazole, which kill the yeast and alleviate the symptoms.
It is important to carefully follow the instructions for the use of the medication and to complete the full treatment course to ensure that the yeast is completely eradicated and does not recur. In most cases, treatment with over-the-counter medications leads to a quick improvement in symptoms.
If you are unsure about which treatment method to choose or if the symptoms do not improve despite treatment, I strongly recommend making an appointment at my practice. There, an accurate diagnosis can be made and we can discuss a therapy plan tailored to your needs.
I understand that you want to get rid of the symptoms as soon as possible, and I will do my best to help you. Please do not hesitate to contact me to schedule an appointment or ask further questions.
I hope that this information has been helpful to you and I am available for further consultation.
Best regards,
Christine Widmann
