If I take antifungals while waiting for my r-v, is it harmful or would it make no difference if it's not, say, vaginitis?

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Hello, since yesterday, I notice a discomfort at the level of the genitals, more at the level of the small lips. This morning, it's red, more sensitive and it seems more swollen than usual. My son has foot hand mouth and I know that people can have lesions in this area. Since I can't get an accurate diagnosis in the next few days, can I consider this a yeast infection? I have never had this type of infection. No I have never had these symptoms and there is no unusual smell. I'm trying to get an appointment, but it's pretty hard. In the meantime I am putting on looser clothes, but I was wondering if I started an over the counter treatment, if it could be harmful. My son has hand to mouth foot, could this be related?

Naji-tom Samaha · Accepted Answer

Hello ma'am, have you had these symptoms in the past? Are there any other symptoms such as unusual discharge or smell? Thank you for the information. What you are reporting is not a symptom usually associated with hand-foot-and-mouth disease. It is indeed recommended to consult a physician to rule out other causes and not to delay proper management. The use of an antifungal cream will not be harmful, as long as it does not delay the consultation. I also recommend avoiding any soap or cleanser on the area. Sincerely, Tom Samaha, pharmacist