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Fluconazole tablet (one) 150 mg taken orally is prescribed for a patient with vaginal infection of yeast. The assigned nurse goes to the patient for giving the tablet, he asks, is that a mistake? How can one tablet help that problem? What is the best answer of the nurse in this case?
Concept introduction:
Vaginal candidiasis is an infection caused by yeast. The enormous growth of the yeast is seen in the vaginal region resulting in irritation. This infection mostly occurs in women with diabetes mellitus. It also occurs in women who are taking oral contraceptives. Pregnant women and individuals who are taking post-antibiotic therapy are prone to this infection. Common symptoms include itching in the infected region and micturition.
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