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5 Reasons Your Thrush Keeps Coming Back

5 Reasons Your Thrush Keeps Coming Back

Updated: 15/04/2026

If you keep getting thrush, you're probably wondering what's behind it. Here are five of the most common reasons recurring thrush happens and what you can do to break the cycle.

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How Fluconazole Treats Thrush: What to Expect

How Fluconazole Treats Thrush: What to Expect

Updated: 14/04/2026

Fluconazole is the most widely used oral treatment for thrush in the UK, clearing most uncomplicated infections with a single 150mg capsule. This guide explains how fluconazole works, what the typical recovery timeline looks like, and when to seek further advice.

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6 Common ED Medication Mistakes (And How to Fix Them)

6 Common ED Medication Mistakes (And How to Fix Them)

Updated: 08/04/2026

Simple changes to how you take ED treatments like Sildenafil, Tadalafil, or Viagra could make a real difference to your results.

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Sildenafil vs Tadalafil: Which ED Treatment Is Right for You?

Sildenafil vs Tadalafil: Which ED Treatment Is Right for You?

Updated: 07/04/2026

Both sildenafil and tadalafil treat erectile dysfunction effectively, but they differ in how long they last, when to take them and how they fit into your routine. Here’s what you should know to make the right choice for you.

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5 Things You Should Know to Prepare for a Herpes Outbreak

5 Things You Should Know to Prepare for a Herpes Outbreak

Updated: 01/04/2026

The first outbreak can feel overwhelming. Here's what to expect, how to manage symptoms, and when’s best to start treatment.

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Aciclovir vs Valaciclovir for Genital Herpes

Aciclovir vs Valaciclovir for Genital Herpes

Updated: 30/03/2026

Both treatments work. The question is which fits your lifestyle better. Here's how aciclovir and valaciclovir compare on dosing, convenience, cost, and effectiveness.

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What Causes Oral Thrush? Triggers, Risk Factors and How to Treat It

What Causes Oral Thrush? Triggers, Risk Factors and How to Treat It

Updated: 26/03/2026

Oral thrush is one of those things that seems to come out of nowhere. Here’s what thrush actually is, why some people keep getting it, and how to sort it out quickly.

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Everything You Need to Know to Get a Good Night’s Sleep

Everything You Need to Know to Get a Good Night’s Sleep

Updated: 11/10/2021

Struggling to sleep? You’re not alone. Up to 16 million adults in the UK struggle with getting a good night’s rest. Read our expert guide here.

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Wegovy 7.2 mg: New Dose Explained

Wegovy 7.2 mg: New Dose Explained

Updated: 24/09/2025

Find out about the newly developed, highly effective 7.2 mg dose of Wegovy, and what the results of recent clinical trials might mean for your treatment.

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What to Eat on Wegovy: Diet Tips, Foods to Avoid & Meal Plan

What to Eat on Wegovy: Diet Tips, Foods to Avoid & Meal Plan

Updated: 16/09/2025

Our experts explain what to eat on Wegovy, with meal plans, foods to avoid, and tips to help you lose weight safely and effectively.

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