Yeast infection treatment

A MinuteClinic provider can assess your symptoms, discuss your health history and determine if you have a yeast infection or another vaginal infection. They can develop a treatment plan and help you prevent yeast infections in the future.

1. You may have to answer a few questions about symptoms to help us prepare for your visit prior to scheduling your appointment.

2. Check-in varies depending on how you scheduled your appointment:

   If you made your appointment online:
   Check in using the email or text message we sent to confirm your appointment. If you prefer to check in using the electronic kiosk, make sure you have your confirmation code.

   If you made your appointment in the clinic:
   Sign in at the electronic kiosk.

3. When it's time for your appointment, a provider will call your name.
4. Your provider will conduct a thorough examination based on your reason for visit, presenting symptoms and health history. Charges will be based on examination and services provided during the visit.
5. At the end of your visit, you are provided with a visit summary, receipt and educational material about your diagnosis. At your request, we can send your primary care provider information about your visit.

Vaginal yeast infections are most often caused by a type of fungus called Candida albicans.* These fungi live on most people but only become a problem when the body’s defense system gets out of balance. Some causes* include the following:

• Immune system problems
• Obesity
• Pregnancy
• Tight or moist clothing worn for extended periods, such as workout clothing and swimsuits
• Uncontrolled diabetes
• Use of antibiotics for another infection
• Use of steroids*

Yeast infections can be transmitted through sexual contact, but they’re not sexually transmitted infections. They can happen after sex because sex can disrupt the natural balance in the vagina that usually keeps Candida yeast under control.

Yeast infections can be treated with over-the-counter and prescription medications. They usually go away after a week. Topical and oral medications can be used to treat yeast infections.

Yeast infections are usually diagnosed by their symptoms. If you have symptoms that suggest a more serious problem (such as stomach pain, fever, vaginal bleeding or painful sex), you may be referred to another health care provider for further evaluation.