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Does Sexual Intercourse Cause Yeast Infection?
- Painful Sexual Intercourse (Dyspareunia)
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Prevention
Although some causes of dyspareunia, such as a history of sexual abuse or trauma, can't be avoided, other causes can be prevented:
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To decrease your risk of yeast infection, avoid tight clothing, wear cotton underpants and practice good hygiene. Change your underclothes after prolonged sweating. Bathe or shower daily, and change into dry clothing promptly after swimming.
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To avoid bladder infections, wipe from front to back after using the toilet, and...
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