Yeast infection treatment online
Itching, burning and thick white discharge are classic signs of a vaginal yeast infection. Talk to a licensed provider privately by video or phone and get treatment sent to your pharmacy, usually the same day.
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- Same-day visits, usually
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Written by the CheckMD care team · Updated
Signs of a yeast infection
Vaginal yeast infections are caused by an overgrowth of Candida, a yeast that normally lives in the body. Antibiotics, pregnancy, diabetes and hormonal changes can all set one off. Typical signs:
- Itching and irritation of the vagina and vulva
- Thick, white discharge that looks a bit like cottage cheese, usually without a strong smell
- Burning, especially when peeing or during sex
- Redness and swelling
How a virtual visit helps
Your provider asks about your symptoms and history in a private conversation – no exam table. If it sounds like a yeast infection, treatment is simple: an antifungal pill or a cream or suppository, sent to the pharmacy you choose.
Some symptoms look alike. A strong fishy smell points more toward bacterial vaginosis, and new discharge after a new partner may need STI testing – your provider will tell you if a test makes sense and where to get it.
Medicines your provider may prescribe
- Fluconazole (Diflucan) – usually a single tablet
- Antifungal creams or suppositories such as miconazole or clotrimazole
Only when it is right for you: your provider checks your symptoms, allergies, other medicines and health history first. Prescriptions go to the pharmacy you choose.
What you can do at home right now
- Wear loose, cotton underwear
- Avoid douches and scented products
- Change out of wet swimsuits or workout clothes quickly
When to be seen in person
- This is your first yeast infection, or you are not sure that is what it is
- You are pregnant
- You have four or more yeast infections a year
- Fever, pain in the belly or pelvis, sores or blisters
- Symptoms that don't improve after treatment
A virtual visit is not an emergency service. For chest pain, trouble breathing, severe bleeding, signs of a stroke or a serious injury, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. If you are thinking about harming yourself, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) at any time.
Get help in three steps
Request a visit
Tell us what is going on and choose video or phone.
Talk to a provider
Usually the same day, often within hours.
Start feeling better
Get your care plan and any prescription at your pharmacy.
Questions about yeast infections
How fast does treatment work?
Many people feel better within a day or two, and symptoms usually clear within a week.
Should I just use an over-the-counter cream?
If you have had a confirmed yeast infection before and the symptoms are the same, that can be reasonable. If anything is different, or it keeps coming back, talk to a provider first.
Does my partner need treatment?
Usually not. Yeast infections are not considered sexually transmitted, but a partner with symptoms should get checked.
How much does an online visit cost?
Visits are part of your CheckMD membership – one yearly price, and you don't need insurance. You pay the pharmacy for any medicine. See the current plans on our pricing page or read about telehealth without insurance.
Can I be seen today?
Most visits happen the same day. Request a visit, choose video or phone and pick the earliest time.
What if I don't get better?
Book a follow-up visit. Your provider can adjust your treatment or tell you where to be seen in person. If you get worse quickly, don't wait – get urgent care.
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