The short explanation
It is quite possible. Antibiotics clear the bacteria causing an illness such as typhoid, but they also reduce the helpful bacteria in the vagina that normally keep yeast under control. This allows Candida to grow and cause thrush, with itching, soreness and thick white discharge. It is very common after a course of antibiotics, especially a strong or long one. Thrush is treatable, but because bacterial vaginosis and other infections can also follow antibiotics and look similar, it is better for her to have it checked, especially if this is the first time. She can mention the recent hospital stay and the antibiotics she received.
What depends on your situation
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- Being unwell, staying in bed and sweating with fever can add to irritation.
- Diabetes or high sugar, sometimes noticed during a hospital stay, also makes thrush more likely.
- She should not stop any antibiotic course early because of thrush without asking the doctor treating the typhoid.
What this answer cannot determine
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- This cannot confirm that her symptoms are thrush. An examination and possibly a swab can.
Questions for your clinician
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- Is this thrush caused by the antibiotics?
- Which treatment is suitable while she is recovering?
- Should her sugar be checked?
- What should she do if it comes back?
When to seek help
Clinician-approved guidance for this topic. When in doubt, being seen is never the wrong choice.
Get help the same day
- Get care the same day if her fever returns or she feels very unwell.
Book an appointment soon
- See a clinician within a few days for itching and discharge after antibiotics.
Sources
The evidence this explanation is built on.
- Vaginal yeast infection MedlinePlus (NIH)
- Vaginal thrush NHS
- Vaginal itching and discharge MedlinePlus (NIH)
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