Title: Can a yeast infection cause bleeding? What you need to know
Headings: Can a yeast infection cause bleeding?
Can a yeast infection cause bleeding?
Yeast infection symptoms
Other causes of bleeding
Chlamydia and gonorrhea
Trichomoniasis
A UTI
Kidney stones
Other factors
When to see a doctor
Treatment
Prevention
Outlook

Content: When to see a doctor
Anyone who suspects that they have a yeast infection should consult a doctor for a diagnosis and treatment. The doctor will perform a physical examination of the pelvic area to look for discharge, redness, swelling, and any other signs of a yeast infection. They may also use a swab to take a sample from the vagina, which they will send to a laboratory for testing. This can show whether there is an overgrowth of Candida yeast. Treatment
Antifungal medication can treat a yeast infection. People can take this medication orally or as a topical cream or vaginal suppository. Prescription and over-the-counter antifungal medications are available. A doctor may prescribe a single dose of an antifungal drug called fluconazole. If a person opts for over-the-counter medication instead, they may need to take it for around 1–7 days
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. Before using an over-the-counter medication, it is essential to have a doctor check that there really is a yeast infection, rather than another type of infection.