| How is it passed on? |
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Thrush is present in most people’s bodies but it can get out of hand and start causing problems if you are run down, you wear tight clothes, or use perfumed soap to wash your private parts. Having sex can make thrush worse.
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| Symptoms |
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Soreness or itchiness around your private parts. Sometimes there is thick, white discharge.
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| What are the long term effects? |
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None.
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| Can you get rid of it? |
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Some people are prone to thrush and will get it again and again.
Avoid wearing tight clothing and don’t use perfumed soap on your private parts.
There are creams and tablets that you can get on prescription or buy over the counter.
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