I was given Bactrim for a recurring cyst abcess. I had an allergic reaction and stopped taking, however with an hour of taking one pill, the yeast infection started. I will not take any OTC YI treatments (Monistat etc) because previous YI caused me to have what I would call chemical burns from them. Made it worse then the YI itself. So now my doc prescribed me clindamycin for possible BV. Which in turn gives a yeast infection. Is there no end to the cycle of raw, burning itchy skin in the Nether regions? I am so afraid to even take the Clindamycin for fear of making my vulva worse. I just now got to a point of the itching to almost stop. I also believe I suffer from recurrent UTI but can't find a doc who will understand and just wants to give me antibiotics. I am now 48 and in peromenopaus... which is another set of issues. Ughh!
Was given Bactrim for a abcess. Major BV or YI. Relief?
Question posted by Txsurfgirl on 25 March 2017
Last updated on 25 March 2017
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Txsur fgirl; Boy I am so sorry for what you have to keep going through this is crazy!!! Is this all from the same doctor that all of this should be in your chart. If so and it is a man, You should look for a woman Obgyn. And keep your own records of all the things you are allergic too. Right off I can think of one thing that may be of help to you do you know if you have ever taken DIFLUCAN ORAL TABLETS they come in a blister pack or bottle and are used for woman that always get infection from the creams and you take these at the same time by mouth and it takes care of Vaginal infections be it yeast, or other antifungals if you have not tried these It would well be worth a try for you. And also for further information on yeast or Bacteria infections google why do I keep getting yeast infections and they have all kinds of information for a woman that this is a chronic problem. Like making sure you were not too tight underwear and I think they should be made of cotton so that they breathe. Many times it is the little bit of sweat or moisture that gets stuck in there and before you know it you have a yeast infection. I know you know more about this than I do but just trying to give you a refresher please don't take any insult by what I am saying. Also all most all the creams like you said you are going to have the same problems. Well, I hope this puts some insight on what you may be able to do to avoid these problems and not have to deal with those very painful reactions. So see if you can call the doctor on Monday. And see where that goes for you Best of luck to you.
Not the same doc as I have moved. The last time I had this reaction was the same antibiotic but I did not associate it. Yes, I take the YI pill but it does not seem to have helped it yet. I do believe all the extra chemicals have made it worse, so I am not putting anything except coconut oil and hoping I can make it through the night with airing out & a fan and ice... :( also am aware of all ways to kee0 a infection at bay and even help reduce BV if this is what it is. If no improvement by a Monday, back to the doc or find another one, a specialist in female chronic issues
Great Txsur; sounds like you have it all together and it is a shame that you have to keep going through this I really hope you find a woman doctor and she can help you much more. Just an Idea you may call the hospital Monday and ask for an Obgyn female that works out of or is close to the clinic. And when you find one call and plead your case that you have had this guy that even with all your allergies he went and did the same old thing and you are so uncomfortable that it is not funny. Best wishes Chuck.
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