The treatment also takes a couple of days to work. Remember a doctor needs to be consulted, if you are taking any medicines, other than the contraceptive pill. This is not the case for Canesten Combi. In addition the cream in Canesten Combi gives you quick relief of the itch, while the pessary takes care of the cause of thrush, and both are applied right where the problem is - without affecting your hole body. The most common symptom of thrush is vaginal itching, accompanied by soreness, and sometimes by a whiteish odorless discharge.
Acute pain is rare, but some women do experience it.
Getting rid of the cause of thrush will also get rid of the symptoms, such as the external itching. But if can use a cream for extra relief it the itch. Don't scrub the skin hard with sponges or flannels. Avoid hot baths and bubble baths. Avoid wearing tight synthetic clothing.