Question:
LADIES ONLY!! Please Help!!!!
Okay, I am 28, had my open RNY Feb. 19, 2002, so I am post-op five, almost six months. Have lost around 95 pounds. Started at 286, down to 193-95. My question is, that I have never had a yeast infection before. I think I have one now. Does anyone, or has anyone had this happen after surgery? Did you find that you had them more frequently? This bothers me because I have never had one up until now. I have to go to the doctor to have it confirmed, but from what I have read on symptons, etc. it's a yeast infection. PLEASE PLEASE HELP!!!!! Thank You — Tammy B. (posted on August 11, 2002)
August 11, 2002
Tammy, I also suffered from yeast infections post op. I had them from
about 3 months post to 6 months post. I had several of them....probably 3
or 4. I didnt go to the Dr Because I had a yeast infection before and knew
what it was. I cant explain why it happened, but I know exactly how you
feel. YUCK!! Good Luck, I have not had one for several months now. I
think things are back in order.
— skymaxjr
August 11, 2002
I am post-op had surgery on 1/8/02 and in the last four months i get a
yeast infection EVERY
— Angela A.
August 11, 2002
Right after my RNY I had what I thought was a yeast infection and so I
treated it as such. I used all kinds of over the counter stuff and nothing
worked. When I went to the DR and had tests done they found I had some
other kind of infection and when they give me the correct prescription it
cleared up very fast. I would say go get it checked out I waited two weeks
and suffered because I was using the wrong meds
— Helena B.
August 11, 2002
Are you taking antibiotics of any kind? Did you take a lot of antibiotics
around the time of surgery? The reason I ask is that these drugs kill off
the naturally-occurring good flora that usually keep yeast in control.
Another thing that can cause yeast is a weakened immune system,so you
should make sure you're getting the best nutrition you can, within the
limits of your surgery. Push that protein!
I would suggest that you try taking acidophilus capsules, which you can buy
at the drug or health food store, on a daily basis. This is one of the
"good bacteria" that keeps yeast under control, and if you have
problems in that direction, it's a well-known remedy and preventive
measure. Just make sure you keep the acidophilus in the fridge, as directed
on the bottle. You can use this in addition to whatever cure (Monistat,
Canesten, whatever) you choose -- they don't conflict.
And if the infections continue, I'd strongly suggest you consult your
doctor.
— Karen I.
August 11, 2002
I am not completely sure about the connection between the surgery and yeast
infections, but I assume from other things I have read on here that it must
be so. I personally haven't had one since surgery, but here is a good way
to try to prevent them. Eat yogurt everyday. The active cultures in
yogurt work to keep the yeast from overgrowing in the vagina. Some women
even douche with it if it gets really bad. (I know it sounds gross, but
when you're that miserable, you'll try most anything). The yogurt may not
totally prevent them, but I know it lessens the occurrence in a lot of
women. Also, avoid cleansing douches. It upsets the natural PH of the
vagina and can trigger a yeast infection. Yeast is normally found there,
but if its environment ever gets upset...look out, it grows! Good Luck in
getting over this pesky little thing I feel for ya.
— Tina B.
August 11, 2002
I also had never had a yeast infection, but several months after my surgery
I had about three of them. I work in an md's office and treated myself
with diflucan and that was all it took.
— Sherry C.
August 12, 2002
Hey, yeast is an equal oppurtunity thing! It can affect men, but it is
called the more manly "jock itch" or "athlete's foot"
(as if that make's it any better?) Anyhow, yeast is yeast- and it itches.
For external itching, I use generic stuff they market for men (why- because
it's cheaper; the marketing b&^%$ds thought up that doozy)- and for
internal you can use the many products they have graciously released for
over-the-counter treatment (I guess enough women complained loud enough- I
mean the guys can treat theirs over the counter, are we not smart enough to
treat ours?) Thrush is another form of yeast infection - but it's in your
mouth and you need different medication for treatment- Babies who breast
feed often get this as well. I get yeast infections if I am bombarded with
antibiotics- so any time I get a cold- I can pretty much expect them. I
also get them if I do not keep myself dry, yeast loves moisture- no matter
where it is.
— Karen R.
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