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What impact can garlic have on vaginal candidiasis?

Updated: 11/11/2022
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Fresh garlic (Allium sativum ) is believed to have antifungal action, so incorporating it into the diet or inserting a gauze-wrapped, peeled garlic clove into the vagina may be helpful.

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