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Oral trust from yeast infection?
So recently my boyfriend and I had oral sex. I'm worried I have a yeast infection. I'm worried I had a yeast infection during the oral sex. Can he get oral thrust? What is the possibillity of him getting it? I am very concerned. Please help me. And if he does have it, is there any way I can get non-prescription medicine for him? What would the cost be? I've looked everywhere and I can't find an answer. Please let me know. Anything helps. Thank you
Well, some people have said that their thrush showed up as early as 5 days of coming into contact w/ someone who they believe already had thrush, or a yeast infection ~ really, it can depend on each person's oral hygiene habits, or lack thereof; and possibly daily diet... Basically, the cleaner you keep your mouth, the less likely you are to have bacteria grow (mouth rinse, floss, & brush at least 2x daily) ...
Regarding your BF and the non-prescribed med. question: that is completely up to him if he wants to go that route. There are many sites available online that offer alternative treatments ( also known as 'home remedies') that many folks claim to work great for thrush... You can google oral thrush alternative treatments if you are interested, or you can ask over at the alternative forum here at medhelp...
Take Care, hope your dr.'s appt. goes well :)
Regarding your BF and the non-prescribed med. question: that is completely up to him if he wants to go that route. There are many sites available online that offer alternative treatments ( also known as 'home remedies') that many folks claim to work great for thrush... You can google oral thrush alternative treatments if you are interested, or you can ask over at the alternative forum here at medhelp...
Take Care, hope your dr.'s appt. goes well :)
Thank you for your response. If he does have oral thrush, do you know how long it will take for symptoms to appear? I'm going to the doctor in a few days to get checked out for anything. If I did have a yeast infection during the time of the sex, is it okay if he takes non-prescribed medication for oral thrush just incase? Thank you again.
Hi,
I think you mean, Oral Thrush. Here's the thing, oral thrush and vaginal yeast infections are caused by the same bacteria ( a candida fungus); there's been a long running debate between researchers and also everyday people like you & me, on whether the same bacteria can be transferred from one person to another via oral sex, mouth to mouth, anal sex, vaginal sex, etc. ~ some say it can be, some still say they aren't completely convinced. Also there are many women who have experienced recurring yeast infections when they have been with partners who have oral thrush...
So here are a few suggestions for you:
- If you believe you have a yeast infection, you need to take care of it right away by clearing it up with an over the counter (otc) antifungal cream or suppository ( it's for your vagina, do not take orally). Wait until the infection is cleared up completely before you have sex again. The cost is usually between $12 to $20 at any store (Target, Walmart)...
- If your boyfriend shows signs of thrush, your boyfriend needs to go to a doctor (or dentist), and he needs to get an oral swab taken ( which gets sent off to a lab); if the results come back positive for oral thrush he'll most likely be put on a prescription antifungal med. ~ meanwhile it would be a good idea not to engage in sex or kissing until the thrush clears up... I do not know the cost of the oral medication, but I'm sure it's not too expensive...
Good Luck, hope this helped!
I think you mean, Oral Thrush. Here's the thing, oral thrush and vaginal yeast infections are caused by the same bacteria ( a candida fungus); there's been a long running debate between researchers and also everyday people like you & me, on whether the same bacteria can be transferred from one person to another via oral sex, mouth to mouth, anal sex, vaginal sex, etc. ~ some say it can be, some still say they aren't completely convinced. Also there are many women who have experienced recurring yeast infections when they have been with partners who have oral thrush...
So here are a few suggestions for you:
- If you believe you have a yeast infection, you need to take care of it right away by clearing it up with an over the counter (otc) antifungal cream or suppository ( it's for your vagina, do not take orally). Wait until the infection is cleared up completely before you have sex again. The cost is usually between $12 to $20 at any store (Target, Walmart)...
- If your boyfriend shows signs of thrush, your boyfriend needs to go to a doctor (or dentist), and he needs to get an oral swab taken ( which gets sent off to a lab); if the results come back positive for oral thrush he'll most likely be put on a prescription antifungal med. ~ meanwhile it would be a good idea not to engage in sex or kissing until the thrush clears up... I do not know the cost of the oral medication, but I'm sure it's not too expensive...
Good Luck, hope this helped!
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