Canesten Treatment Advisor

 
Let our treatment advisor work out which is the best treatment for you.

Simply click through the questions and we'll assess your needs to work out which Canesten treatment may be suitable for you.

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Are you under 16 or over 60?

> Yes > No

Women in this age group are less prone to thrush and your symptoms might be due to other problems

Please visit your doctor for advice

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Have you been diagnosed with thrush before?

> Yes > No

First time sufferers require specific advice for their condition

Please visit your doctor for advice

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Was the previous treatment successful?

> Yes > No

There may be a specific reason your previous treatment was unsuccessful

Please visit your doctor for advice

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Are you suffering from the same symptoms as when you've previously had thrush? Remember, some of the typical symptoms could be:

  • Vaginal itching
  • Vaginal burring and / or soreness
  • Whitish, odourless, thick discharge
> Yes > No

The following are not usually symptoms of thrush. Are you experiencing any of the following?

  • Irregular vaginal bleeding
  • Abnormal vaginal bleeding or a blood stained discharge
  • Ulcers, blisters or sores of the vagina or vulva.
  • Lower abdominal pain
  • Pain or difficulty passing urine
  • Fever or chills
  • Feeling sick or vomiting.
  • Diarrhoea
  • A foul smelling discharge from the vagina
> Yes > No

We recommend you see a doctor for advice as these are not usually symptoms of thrush and may possibly indicate a different type of infection.

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Have you had thrush 2 or more times
in the last 6 months?

> Yes > No

Having thrush more than twice in a 6 month period means you should get advice from a healthcare professional

Please visit your doctor for advice

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Have you or your partner ever had
a sexually transmitted disease?

> Yes > No

Please talk to your GP as we cannot confirm that the cause of your symptoms is thrush.

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Are you currently on any medication or do you have any other medical condition including diabetes?

> Yes > No

Some medications may interfere with thrush treatments.

We recommend you visit your doctor or pharmacist to review your medications. If you have diabetes your doctor can check your blood sugar levels and advise treatment.

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Are you pregnant (or think you might be)
or breastfeeding?

> Yes > No

We recommend the following products:

In pregnancy, these should be used under supervision of a clinician or midwife

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Medicines can affect the unborn baby. Always talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine in pregnancy.