What is the treatment for thrush?
A 1 to 3 day course of antifungal medicine will usually be enough to clear up the infection. If the symptoms are severe the treatment will last longer. Medications can be taken orally (by mouth) or intravaginally. Medications administered intravaginally for thrush are called intravaginal pessaries. Oral medications can have some side-effects, including nausea, upset stomach, constipation, diarrhea, vomiting, and/or bloating. Intravaginal pessaries include clotrimazole, econazole, or miconazole. They are much less likely to cause side effects, however, they can be awkward to use and cause mild irritation when inserted. Some women say they cause stinging initially. They can also damage latex condoms and diaphragms (types of contraceptives). If the patient is aged 12-16 she is generally given an oral antifungal, such as fluconazole, or itraconazole. If a woman has sores in her vulva there are topical creams that can be applied, such as clotrimazole or econazole. If the thrush does not cle
