Yeast Infections and Diabetes
He states the symptoms for male yeast infections are similar to women’s like reddish rash, itching or burning. The treatment, although applied differently, of course, is even the same. On this subject, Nippoldt continues, "Fortunately, most male yeast infections are easily treated with an over-the-counter antifungal treatment, such as Monistat (yes, men can use it too). Apply the medication directly to the affected skin twice daily for a week. If the rash doesn’t go away, or if it recurs frequently, consult your doctor.”
Why is getting your partner’s yeast infection treated important? Because as Nippoldt sums it up, “If you and your partner have symptoms of genital yeast infection, it’s important that you both be treated. Otherwise, you may keep reinfecting each other. Also, it’s generally recommended that you refrain from sexual contact until all signs and symptoms of the infection are gone.”
So remember to be proactive if you are a female with diabetes and therefore more susceptible to yeast infections. On the other hand, if your spouse is the diabetic, be mindful that he could have the yeast infection and spread it to you.
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Great tips! Thrush is a nightmare when you have it. Another tip that helps me get over it quicker is wearing cotton only undies. Cotton undies help the skin breath and to avoid sweating which can make the itching worse. The undies may not be as pretty but it helps with thrush for sure!
That's so true. Good point, thanks!
This is great information that will help many a diabetic. You have every aspect of this covered including the every day care to prevent this infection from happening. You also have the treatment that can help and suggestions that both partners be treated.
Evelyn Guzman
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