While some mild yeast infections may improve within 24 hours with the right treatment, most require a few days to fully clear. The fastest way to relieve symptoms is to use an over-the-counter antifungal treatment or take a prescription oral antifungal like fluconazole, which you can get through HLTHi on demand doctors. Our board-certified doctors can evaluate your symptoms, recommend the best treatment, and send a prescription to your pharmacy if needed. In the meantime, wearing loose clothing, avoiding scented products, and eating probiotic-rich foods may help ease discomfort.

Yes, you can visit urgent care for a yeast infection. Urgent care providers, including those at HLTHi, can assess your symptoms, confirm if it’s a yeast infection, and prescribe appropriate treatment if needed. Virtual urgent care can be a convenient option for quick diagnosis and care without leaving home. See an urgent care doctor in as little as five minutes.

The most common symptoms of a yeast infection include vaginal itching, vaginal soreness, pain or discomfort during intercourse or when urinating, and clumpy or watery vaginal discharge. More severe infections can cause redness or swelling around the vagina.

Yeast infections can actually happen anywhere on the body. Your doctor will consult with you over the phone or video to help diagnose and properly treat your symptoms.

Since yeast infections can often be similar to other conditions, your doctor may ask that you get tested to confirm your diagnosis.

You may need to visit a lab in the event that a doctor asks for a vaginal swab for additional testing.