How to get rid of a yeast infection in 24 hours?

Some mild yeast infections may improve within 24 hours with the right treatment, but most require a few days to fully clear. Treatment may include an over-the-counter antifungal or a prescription oral antifungal such as fluconazole. A healthcare provider can evaluate symptoms, recommend treatment, and send a prescription to a pharmacy if needed.

What are the symptoms of a yeast infection?

Common symptoms include vaginal itching, vaginal soreness, pain or discomfort during intercourse or urination, and clumpy or watery vaginal discharge. More severe infections can cause redness or swelling around the vagina.

Can I get a yeast infection in multiple places?

Yeast infections can occur in different places on the body. A doctor can consult with you by phone or video to help diagnose and properly treat your symptoms.

Will I need to get tested for a yeast infection?

Because yeast infections can resemble other conditions, a doctor may recommend testing to confirm the diagnosis.

Will I need to go to a lab to test my yeast infection?

You may need to visit a lab if a doctor requests a vaginal swab for additional testing.

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Q: Can you go to urgent care for a yeast infection?

Yes. Urgent care providers can assess symptoms, confirm whether it is a yeast infection, and prescribe appropriate treatment if needed. Virtual urgent care can be a convenient option for diagnosis and care without leaving home.

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Who is online yeast infection treatment right for?

Patients with a yeast infection are usually looking for fast relief from their symptoms, which can include vaginal itching, vaginal soreness, pain or discomfort during intercourse or while urinating, or clumpy or watery vaginal discharge.

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You are exhibiting symptoms and have questions about how to get fast relief.

You have a history of yeast infections

You have previously had a vaginal yeast infection and are familiar with the symptoms. (It's okay if this is your first infection.)

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Yeast Infection Treatments & Prescriptions

Commonly prescribed antifungal medications for a yeast infection include:

1. Antifungal Creams

Clotrimazole (Lotrimin)
Miconazole (Monistat)
Terbinafine (Lamisil)

2. Antifungal Suppositories

Clotrimazole (Gyne-Lotrimin)
Miconazole (Monistat)
Butoconazole (Gynazole-1)

3. Oral Antifungal Medications

Fluconazole (Diflucan)

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Getting ready for your telehealth visit with Doctor On Demand:

Find a comfortable quiet space where you can speak freely about your yeast infection symptoms.
Have your insurance information ready. If you don’t have insurance, you can skip this step.
A photo ID, like a driver's license or passport, may also be needed.
5 to 10 minutes to answer questions about your symptoms and health history.

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What to expect

During a telehealth visit for a vaginal yeast infection, patients can expect the clinician to:

Medical history

Ask about your symptoms, medical history, and any current medications.

At home test

Recommend additional testing to confirm your symptoms. But this is not always necessary.

Prescribe medication

Prescribe antifungal medication to treat the infection.

Medications

Recommend over-the-counter or self-care techniques to help manage the symptoms.

Same-day prescription

Let you know if you’re eligible to receive a same-day prescription. However, your doctor will meet with you to determine if additional testing is needed.

Advice for prevention

Offer additional guidance on how to prevent future yeast infections.

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Common questions you may have about vaginal yeast infections

While some mild yeast infections may improve within 24 hours with the right treatment, most require a few days to fully clear. The fastest way to relieve symptoms is to use an over-the-counter antifungal treatment or take a prescription oral antifungal like fluconazole, which you can get through Doctor On Demand virtual visit. Our board-certified doctors can evaluate your symptoms, recommend the best treatment, and send a prescription to your pharmacy if needed. In the meantime, wearing loose clothing, avoiding scented products, and eating probiotic-rich foods may help ease discomfort.

A yeast infection is a fungal infection resulting from the overgrowth of yeast (a type of fungus) that causes itchiness and discharge of the vagina.

Yes, you can visit urgent care for a yeast infection. Urgent care providers, including those at Doctor On Demand, can assess your symptoms, confirm if it’s a yeast infection, and prescribe appropriate treatment if needed. Virtual urgent care can be a convenient option for quick diagnosis and care without leaving home. See an urgent care doctor in as little as five minutes.

The most common symptoms of a yeast infection include vaginal itching, vaginal soreness, pain or discomfort during intercourse or when urinating, and clumpy or watery vaginal discharge. More severe infections can cause redness or swelling around the vagina.

Yeast infections can actually happen anywhere on the body. Your doctor will consult with you over the phone or video to help diagnose and properly treat your symptoms.