Speak to a GP today — video within 90 minutes, or in-clinic in Manchester the same day if an examination is needed. Antifungal treatment arranged with your pharmacy if appropriate.
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Enough for most cases. Seen today — treatment arranged with your pharmacy.
For an exam or swab — same-day appointments in Manchester.
A qualified GP reviews your symptoms and medical history. Video or in-clinic.
Your GP explains the diagnosis clearly and sets out the right treatment for you.
If clinically indicated, treatment is arranged with your pharmacy the same day.
Thrush is a common yeast infection caused by an overgrowth of Candida — a fungus that naturally lives in the body. It isn't sexually transmitted, and it isn't a sign of poor hygiene. A few things can tip the balance:
If you have severe abdominal pain, heavy bleeding, or a high fever, call 111 or go to A&E. Call 999 if you feel seriously unwell.
Thrush symptoms overlap with other vaginal infections. If you're not sure, a GP can tell the difference quickly and start the right treatment the same day.
Mild, recognisable thrush can often be treated with over-the-counter antifungals from a pharmacy. See a GP if it's your first episode, you're pregnant, symptoms are severe or unusual, or it keeps coming back — there's a good chance it isn't thrush.
Most people notice improvement within 1–3 days, with full recovery in 7–14 days. If symptoms aren't improving after a full course, come back — another infection (like BV or an STI) may be involved.
No. Thrush is an overgrowth of a fungus that normally lives on the body. It isn't classed as an STI, though sex can sometimes trigger symptoms in people prone to it.
Recurrent thrush (4+ episodes a year) can be linked to pregnancy, diabetes, antibiotic use, or hormonal changes. A GP can help identify the cause and discuss longer-term treatment options.
Video or in-clinic, 15 minutes. Your GP takes a focused history, examines you, and explains what they think is going on.
Blood tests, swabs, urine samples or imaging — your GP arranges what fits and shares the timeline at the appointment.
Treatment arranged with your pharmacy after the call. Sick notes issued at the visit. Specialist referral letters written the same day when needed.
Sources: NHS Thrush in men and women · NICE CKS Candida — female genital
If any of these apply, please go straight to the service listed. FastTrack is for non-emergency private GP care only.