Yeast infections
What is a yeast infection?
A yeast infection is a type of fungal infection that affects the skin or mucous membranes. Common factors include:
- Diabetes
- Oral corticosteroids
- Antibiotics
- Hormones-changing events, such as birth control pills or pregnancy
Yeast can develop in the vaginal and groin area, under the breasts, or in mucous membranes. This can occur after taking antibiotics. Men, women, transsexual and non-binary persons can experience this.
If you think you might have a yeast infection, read on to learn about symptoms, prevention, and treatment.
What are the symptoms of a yeast infection?
The following symptoms are most common:
- Vaginal and groin itching or soreness
- Pain with urination due to external irritation of the urethra (not from a bladder infection)
- Vaginal and groin discharge
- Pain with intercourse
How are yeast infections prevented?
There are many strategies to prevent yeast infections, such as:
- Wear breathable underwear/loose clothing
- Avoid soaps and feminine hygiene products with fragrance
- Avoid vaginal douching
- Change out of wet clothes after swimming/working out
- Wash underwear/towels with hot water
- Keep blood sugar in check if you are diabetic
How are yeast infections treated?
It is important to see a medical professional if you think you may have a yeast infection. Most yeast infections can be treated with pills, creams, prescriptions, or over-the-counter medications.
Patient First is able to treat people who think they may have an infection, including yeast and bacterial infections. Your provider may perform lab testing and may also provide medications on-site during your visit.
Patient First treats many conditions at our urgent care centers including yeast infections. You can visit any Patient First center from 8am to 8pm, any day of the week – no appointment is needed.
Why Patient First?
Patient First provides efficient service that meets your medical needs as well as your schedule. Don’t wait for an appointment—simply walk in to your nearest Patient First center today. Our extended night, weekend, and holiday hours mean you never have to miss work or school. We pride ourselves in a minimum wait at our urgent care centers, which is significantly less than at the hospital emergency room.
