OK so at first it started out as an itchy burning sensation then it got worse then it was pressure on my lower abdomen then burning when i pee. So i went to the er the er doctor said i have a bladder infection uti so i went home and my symptoms got worse i found yellow discharge while after i was peeing. Now i know it's a uti but now i'm still itchy and burning down there and the canesten cream doesn't work. Could i have a uti and a yeast infection too...
Can you get a uti and a yeast infection at the same time?
Question posted by lilangel21 on 5 Sep 2013
Last updated on 27 November 2018
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8 Answers
Wndrwmn23
6 July 2018
Yes you definitely can. I currently have both. My stomach and back hurt so bad and felt like fire, nothing I tried would help. I finally got an antibiotic today and hoping to get anti fungal tomorrow.
I went to urgent care thinking it was a painful stomach bug, because I also had diarrhea and felt very weak. They sent me to the ER because of how distended my abdomen was with my symptoms. They worried it was my appendix. In the end, found out my appendix was fine but have a yeast infection and very painful UTI. It’s been a long week.
tcalloway16
27 Nov 2018
I currently have both a yeast infection AND a UTI. I have been getting both of these at the same time for a little over a month. What did they prescribe you and did it work? I feel like I am about to go crazy because no meds they are giving me are working and I am literally getting a yeast infection and UTI as as soon as I finish the medicine they give me.
Shelia57
10 March 2018
You sure can.
Addydawn
2 Feb 2018
It’s very possible. Not quite as probable. A UTI is caused by bacteria. A yeast (candidiasis) infection is a fungal infection. They have different symptoms. Having both at once is a cruel joke and must be quite miserable.
The med for the UTI is an antibiotic. It’s usually Bactrim or Ciprofloxacin. The med for a yeast infection is an antifungal like pill like Diflucan or a cream like Monistat. Some antifungals are available OTC.
JaneGray
29 Sep 2017
Yes, you can, I was diagnosed with both today. It started yesterday morning feeling like a normal yeast infection, a little itchy and uncomfortable. I took my son to school then I ran to the drug store and picked up some Monistat (1). My plan was to use it that night before bed but by the afternoon I had burning when I peed, severe itching, burning, and swelling. Like, I could feel my heartbeat in my nether regions, it was pretty bad. I ended up in bed with an icepack trying to reduce the swelling. By this morning I was in tears, I ended up in the ER thinking for sure I was dying lol. Turns out I had the perfect storm of a yeast infection and UTI at the same time. The doctor gave me Fluconazole (Diflucan) 150mg (1 Tablet) for the yeast infection and Cephalexin (Keflex) 500mg.
The yeast infection part is already starting to feel better, the doctor in the ER gave me a shot for the pain and I was able to come home and get some rest, I woke up feeling a lot better as far as the swelling (I slept with an icepack lol).
The thing about Urinary Tract Infections (UTI) is they need to be treated with antibiotics, whereas Yeast Infections can usually be treated with over the counter products such as Monistat. Save yourself some pain and suffering and just head to the doctor because you are likely going to just get worse and end up there anyway.
Good luck to anyone going through this, and I wish you a speedy recovery!
Janneylil
11 Oct 2017
I have been taken Bactria for five days... 2x daily and my UTi is worse... more burning Urinating more often and my mouth is dry because of the pills, I think. I am frustrated. Last time I had this a nurse practitioner near gave me ONE pill ? And it worked almost within the day. I plan to call my doctor in the morning and hopefully get some relief.
deebeecooks
30 Nov 2017
You have described exactly what I am going through now including the heartbeat sensation. It is absolutely horrible!! I have started on antibiotics for the UTI and Monistat for the yeast infection so am starting to feel a bit of relief.
Xoxoleahoxox
7 Nov 2015
Yes. I had both a yeast infection and a UTI at the same time. Just my luck right? The doctor prescribed me fluconazole for my yeast and ciprofloxacin HCL for the UTI. I thought I had an STD because of these symptoms combined. Horrible pain!! Itching, burning, and pain in my groin area. I couldn't even sit or sleep. Smh. I'm better now.
Unknown2132
19 March 2016
How long did it take to get rid of it ? Because I have the exact same thing just I've had it for a week now ? Any suggestions on what to do
Xoxoleahoxox
21 March 2016
It all took about a week to get rid of both. As long as you stay compliant to your meds and drink a lot of water to flush the bacteria out of the bladder.
Princesajor
26 March 2016
What if you still have it if it's been more then two weeks ? Because I have both yeast and uti and within a weak all the burning and irriatation was gone & I'm athlete so I had about 4 more pills left and I would forget sometimes and my mom took it away , like I'm confused the irritation and stuff is gone but when I look down there it still looks different like color wise
unknown2007
2 June 2016
I am having the same problem but I have not taking anything yet but has I am reading some comments here I can rely to some and mine just started a week ago what medicine should I take
BnK03
6 Nov 2016
I get them all the time too usually around my period but I use hiprex and heaps of water to flush the uti so I can avoid taking antibiotics to avoid the thrush but sometimes I end up getting it anyway!! Soak in Bi-carb in warm water can help but I use a heat pack it takes the edge off
bellaa007
18 Jan 2017
I know I have both UTI and yeast infection did you constantly feel like your bladder was full even a little bit after you urinated?
Xoxoleahoxox
10 Feb 2017
Hey guys, I recommend that if you're having any serious symptoms down there, you should really see a doctor asap. Waiting too long and searching for answers online is not going to help. The internet might actually scare you more than you think.
jcolson
28 June 2015
You sure can, it happens quite often
smileyhappy
5 Sep 2013
Yes, they are so close in the same area it happens more frequently then not.
SHEsevEN4
22 Dec 2014
Yes you can
ealum
19 April 2016
I have burning pain in my lower abdomen with some itching in the private part for two weeks now. The Doctor gave me fluconazole and metrogyl for uti but I still feel pain in my abdomen. Will this help me or Ineed something else. If so, what grugs can iI use?
Amanda Pennington
7 Oct 2016
I was just wondering cause I have a UTI but I haven't went to the doctor yet. And I'm having itching and it looks like I have an yeast infection also. So that's why I was wondering if you can get both at the same time. Thank you, Amanda
DzooBaby
5 Sep 2013
Most definitely, in fact, many antibiotics will cause yeast infections. The vaginal infection can further irritate the urinary meatus (opening where urine comes out) and cause burning and UTI symptoms even though the infection is gone. Call your family or Primary Care Dr and tell him you have been on antibiotics for a UTI and now you are having vaginal itching and discharge so he can give you some medication like Diflucan to kill the yeast (Candida Albicans). You may need one now to control symptoms and another after you finish antibiotics, unless you are done with abx (antibiotics) then you can just take one. There is also the option of getting Monistat cream OTC and using it as directed. Creams are a little more messy and take longer to work. One pill (or two if you are still using abx) will knock the yeast infection right out and not only does it help kill it vaginally, it helps to eliminate it from the digestive tract.
Be sure to wipe front to back always after using the bathroom. UTI's are commonly caused by E.Coli and the prime source for that is your digestive tract. As women our urinary meatus is anatomically close to the anus and bacteria from around the anus can be dragged right to the meatus which can migrate up into the bladder and cause infection. Also drink plenty of WATER! If you got a UTI, it is also likely that you are not drinking enough-water is best. Iced tea, hot tea and coffee doesnt count-they dehydrate more than they replace. Urine helps to flush those little "bugs" out of the urinary tract. If you are dehydrated (as most people are), you dont urinate much and this gives bacteria plenty of time to migrate right up into the urinary tract and set up shop(cause infection). Wear cotton panties so the area "breathes" Be sure to wash the genitalia and surrounding perineal areas daily with soap and water to decrease bacterial load (showering or bathing daily is essential). If UTI's are re-occuring, be sure to bathe prior to sex and always, always, always pee right after sex. Same reason, to flush out any bacteria brought into the urinary tract by sexual friction and fore play. That is part of my UTI 101 course! lol If you are troubled by recurrent UTI's send me a PM and we will review to find the causative factors. I'm a pro when it comes to UTIs (and candida/yeast infections) having had them most of my life. If you get recurrent yeast infections, I have a wonderful home treatment for them that works better than Monistat or even Diflucan (at least vaginally) so just PM me if you are interested.
michelleflavius
23 Aug 2015
I tried to Pm you but I guess you have to accept me as a friend but I am having the same problem as this young lady is having and I'm on antibiotics and I have gotten very irritated around my vaginal area, the doctor told me not to take the Difulcan until I use all the antibiotics which I will bee done in 3 more days what do I need to do, can I just take it now and see if the doctor will order me another one after I'm done taking the antibiotics... I would like to know your wonderful home treatments for both because I one or the other regularly... thank much...
pattyb52
18 Nov 2015
Taking Difluacan while still on antibiotics can have some serious health repercussions. I would Eli I tell talk to your doctor before taking the two drugs at the same time. At the very least read a reputable site on the Web (like Mayo Clinic) before you do this. It can be pretty dangerous I and more than a few urologists said its a definite no-no.
Paywan
11 Feb 2016
Hi! I tried to pm you but there wasn't a link for me to do so. I would love to know your home remedy for yeast infections. I have recurrent yeast infection and UTI since maybe 10 years ago and I'm still suffering. It's been up and down but now I have both of them the same time, on top of my period. So I'm really very frustrated and I need some help! I am taking the OTC medicine for UTI then I feel the itchiness is coming and getting worst.
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