Hi,

I have been dealing with yeast infections on my tongue and under the folds of

my skin where there is lots of extra skin from losing 100lbs. Are there any topical ointments I should

use for the skin part. I've been taking a medicine my doctor called in for the one in

my mouth...it's bothersome!

thanks,

Nancy

Wow, I never knew you could get a yeast infection under your tongue. Have you talked with your primary doc?

Ugh. In all my decades of being heavy, I never had this until the last few months (the skin one, not the tongue - ouch!). I tried a lot, but finally had luck with clotrimazole cream (over the counter 3-day yeast infection cream) and showers twice a day. Once it's gone, keep it clean and dry and use Gold Bond powder. Always dry the skin with a hairdryer before applying the cream or powder. Good luck. It's miserable.

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As a side note, if you might ever consider plastic surgery, have your doctor document your skin infections. Insurance could cover part of the cost of a tummy tuck if you can prove infections.

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Ive been told to go to the doctors each time you get an infection in the extra skin. If you are insured this will add data/proof to the Medical Need of having skin reduction surgery. Just an FYI. Keep that in mind. You could leverage this into helping you get that skin removed!

In addition to the above, try some acidophilus. This bacteria culture helps the mouth and gi tract. You can also see your doctor for some nystatin. In Canada there is also Diflucan available over the counter too, if this is not available where you are, your doctor can also prescribe this.

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