Self-help

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Self-help: Preventing vaginal thrush

If you often have vaginal thrush, the following self-help measures may help to prevent further episodes of infection:

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• Wash the vaginal area with water only. Try to avoid using bath additives, perfumed soaps, or vaginal deodorants or douches.
• Avoid spermicidal creams, lubricants, and latex condoms if you find they irritate the vagina.
• Avoid scented sanitary towels or tampons, change tampons frequently, and use sanitary towels instead of tampons as often as possible.
• Keep your external genital area clean, dry, and cool. Wear cotton underwear and loose-fitting clothes if possible.
• If thrush seems to be triggered by stress, try to avoid stressful situations whenever possible.

BMA Complete Family Health Guide Copyright © 2005 Dorling Kindersley

Posted 09.09.2010

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