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UTI

UTI While Breastfeeding: Is It Safe? Treatment & Prevention!

Breastfeeding is often an incredibly intense, difficult thing to do. It can simultaneously give you amazing bonding time with your baby and cause you exhaustion, pain, and a feeling of being all touched out. The majority of infants are breastfed for at least some time, with over half still being breastfed at six months. One… Continue reading UTI While Breastfeeding: Is It Safe? Treatment & Prevention!

Jessica Guht Nov. 17, 2022

UTI While Breastfeeding: Is It Safe? Treatment & Prevention!
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UTI

Can a UTI Cause Infertility?

A urinary tract infection can cause a great amount of pain and suffering, especially in the most severe cases. The burning and cramped sensation you get in your body whenever you use the toilet can be extremely discomforting, and it can feel like your body will never work the same. Thankfully, modern medicine has made… Continue reading Can a UTI Cause Infertility?

Jessica Guht Nov. 14, 2022

Can a UTI Cause Infertility?
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Yeast Infection

Can a Yeast Infection Cause Abdominal Pain and Bloating?

While you might not think to link the two, yeast infections can come with a wide range of symptoms, including those in areas where the infection isn’t located.  This means that it’s completely possible for a yeast infection to cause different symptoms such as abdominal pain and bloating.  While it may vary per condition, you… Continue reading Can a Yeast Infection Cause Abdominal Pain and Bloating?

Jessica Guht Nov. 14, 2022

Can a Yeast Infection Cause Abdominal Pain and Bloating?
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Chlamydia

Chlamydia Discharge Color: What Does It Look Like?

Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) that can often be difficult to spot due to its lack of symptoms. One of the most common symptoms of chlamydia is a change in your vaginal discharge. While discharge is a normal bodily function, changes in color, consistency, and odor can be an indication of an infection.… Continue reading Chlamydia Discharge Color: What Does It Look Like?

Jessica Guht Nov. 14, 2022

Chlamydia Discharge Color: What Does It Look Like?
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UTI

Can Steroids Cause a UTI?

Urinary tract infections can have a number of causes or contributing factors. One of the things that many people might be concerned about is whether certain medications or drugs could cause UTIs. Steroids of different types might be taken for different purposes and in various ways. If you are using any medication or drug containing… Continue reading Can Steroids Cause a UTI?

Jessica Guht Nov. 14, 2022

Can Steroids Cause a UTI?
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Yeast Infection

Can a Yeast Infection Cause Bumps?

Yes, yeast infections can cause bumps, sores, or blisters in some cases. Bumps from a yeast infection are not a common symptom and they are mostly not a direct symptom of a yeast infection itself but rather a secondary effect due to skin inflammation, irritation, or a rash.  Bumps during a yeast infection may also… Continue reading Can a Yeast Infection Cause Bumps?

Jessica Guht Nov. 10, 2022

Can a Yeast Infection Cause Bumps?
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Yeast Infection

Can a Yeast Infection Cause Pelvic Pain?

Around 75% of women will experience at least one yeast infection in their lifetime. It’s an extremely common affliction with a wide range of symptoms. These can include itching, burning, and pain in the vulva area. In some rare cases, yeast infections may cause pelvic pain. This is because the discomfort originating in your vaginal area can… Continue reading Can a Yeast Infection Cause Pelvic Pain?

Jessica Guht Nov. 10, 2022

Can a Yeast Infection Cause Pelvic Pain?
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Medication

Lexapro Side Effects First Week: All You Should Know

Lexapro is the brand name for Escitalopram, a type of medication used to treat depression, anxiety and other mood disorders.  As with any medication, it’s important to know the possible side effects to help you know what to expect when taking Lexapro. This guide will explain some of the first-week side effects of Lexapro, helping… Continue reading Lexapro Side Effects First Week: All You Should Know

Jessica Guht Nov. 10, 2022

Lexapro Side Effects First Week: All You Should Know
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Yeast Infection

Yeast Infection Sores and Blisters: Causes, Treatment & More

A common query we get from our patients about yeast infection is “Does a yeast infection cause sores or blisters? “ The short answer is yes, it can. However, sores and blisters aren’t direct symptoms of a yeast infection. Other common yeast infection symptoms such as itching, redness, or swelling around the vulva and vagina… Continue reading Yeast Infection Sores and Blisters: Causes, Treatment & More

Jessica Guht Nov. 09, 2022

Yeast Infection Sores and Blisters: Causes, Treatment & More
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Yeast Infection

Can a Yeast Infection Cause Cramping?

Yes, a yeast infection can cause stomach cramping in some cases although it is not the most common symptom and may indicate a more severe infection or a different underlying issue. Yeast infections can sometimes cause cramps due to the inflammation and irritation that occur in the vaginal area. Inflammation might lead to discomfort or… Continue reading Can a Yeast Infection Cause Cramping?

Jessica Guht Nov. 09, 2022

Can a Yeast Infection Cause Cramping?
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Doxycycline

How Fast Does Doxycycline Work?

Doxycycline is a widely used and popular antibiotic that is known for its quick action in treating a variety of conditions. However, the time it takes to work can vary among individuals, depending on the nature of the infection and individual reactions to the medication. Typically, doxycycline starts to show effects within a few hours… Continue reading How Fast Does Doxycycline Work?

Jessica Guht Nov. 09, 2022

How Fast Does Doxycycline Work?