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I was wondering - I am 17 and have just been diagnosed with my first yeast infection. my boyfriend and I enjoy oral sex and was wondering how long I should wait until we can start having oral sex again. i'm guessing it's not a good idea to engage in it while i have the infection?
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Answer:
by Georgan Gregg: (06/08/2004)
That’s up to you & your boyfriend. It’s unlikely, although technically possible, for the yeast infection to be transmitted to his mouth. Mostly, it’s a matter of your & his comfort level. Vaginal yeast infections vary from no discharge to a thick, cottage cheese-like white discharge with odor. The discharge &/or odor may preclude interest in oral sex.
To prevent future yeast infections, learn how to keep a healthy balance in your vagina. A yeast infection happens when the normal balance of the vagina changes, & the yeast cells overpopulate. There are several reasons this can happen. For instance, the changes in hormones due to menstruation or pregnancy, taking antibiotics (which kill off the bacteria that keep yeast controlled), substances that may irritate the vaginal area such as douching & scented toilet paper, or a warm, moist environment from wearing tight clothes or nylon underwear with no cotton crotch. A yeast infection can also result from a higher level of sugar in the blood & also from a lowered resistance to infection - from high stress or medical conditions that affects the immune system, such as HIV/AIDS.
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Reviewed by Sexual Health Editorial Team
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