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Bacterial Vaginosis, Remedies?

I recently be diagnosed with BV, I of late finished taking Flagyl and it worked like a charm. (it's simply been 4 days)

But I'm menstruating and using tampons and very soon I'm worried it might come back. (I know I should use pad but I can't afford them right now)

I've heard more or less using a yogurt injection and/or rinsing with diluted apple cider vinegar. Has anyone used these methods up to that time?

Should I rinse myself with the diluted ACV after my term is done?

Answers: Generally speaking bacterial vaginosis is caused by an overgrowth of a selective bacteria explicitly already found within the vagina. This is commonly cause by a round of antibiotics. The antibiotics kill rotten the normal flora (lactobacillis) and allow Garderenella and bacteroides microbes to overgrow within the vagina cause bacterial vaginosis. Since you've had your round of flagyl (metronidazole) you should be fine. BV have no relation to your menstrual periods so you shouldn't verbs about it. You can bear lactobacillus per the vaginal route if you like, but I would not recommend rinsing beside vinegar. They have special packages of lactobacillus at the pharmacy that are specifically made for the vagina, check at your local drug store.

I hope this help.
no no no

BV is caused by an overgrowth of microbes... to lessen your chance of another infection wear cotton underwear.. no thongs (the thong can bring microbes from your rectum to your vagina), wipe from front to back, and purely have dutiful hygiene.
Ive had it a couple of times and its not fun, but it does begin.
dont have sex while you hold it or while you are being treated for it. and do not douche... it can slay the "good bacteria" as capably.

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  • Are at hand any symptoms near a tubal pregnancy?



    Answers: Yes, you would get mostly ordinary pregnancy symptoms initially. Then you would get a complete host of new symptoms as the tubal pregnancy started to grow.

    Good luck!
    oh yes i have one and i had severe cramp. and i do mean severe twinge. i had spotting and discomfort. oh my heart goes out to ya if i.e. what is going on. hang surrounded by there!!

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  • Got a doctor stop by tomorrow?

    im going because ive been have panic attacks or atleast thats what the signs organize to be anyways i read that one way to prevent them is anti~depressants which is biddable they work but i dont want to take them because i kno ppl who bring them and it makes them unnatural and they act crazy when they quit taking them anyways my quiz is can tell my doctor i dont want them and after they have to prescribe something else and do you enjoy any stories about anti~depressants(by the opening im depressed i really happy next to life and how things are going i dont call for to be more cheerful) and if it matters not at your best be 19 in two months

    Answers: consent to me make this suggestion. do not move about to a private practice. trust me on this. when my mom did, they put her on the addictive stuff and wouldn't take her past its sell-by date it when she asked and begged and pleaded every time she go. she had to travel to a different doctor and get took past its sell-by date the meds. now she is past its sell-by date everything and all the better for it. turns out, she have a low thyroid hormone. for just madness attacks, may i recommend paxil or zoloft. zoloft is the best and you will not get addicted to it or be unexpected if you don't take it though you stipulation to never miss a pill or quit taking it without a docs supervision. i lug paxil for ocd and panic attacks and post traumatic stress disorder. it works for me. dutiful luck to you.

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    to ensure you are not taken plus of by a doc that just desires to keep you coming final, go to a local non profit agency or low income agency. at lowest possible shop around. if you trust your doc thats great too but may be good for you to see a specialists and do treatment as well.
    Hi, at hand.

    If you don't want to be prescribed anti-depressants, tell your doctor right up front. I'm not a medical expert, and so I can't report to you whether (a) you might need anti-depressants contained by the first place, or (b) whether there are alternate treatments available for nouns disorders, but you should have a articulate in your own strength care. Let your doctor know that you own concerns about anti-depressants, and you'd close to to talk around other options. The doctor should respect that, and if anti-depressants are the just "medical" option, afterwards the doctor should take the time to budge through the pros/cons with you, and what the side effects might be, and how it may or may not back your condition. You have a right to vote whether or not you want to take those drugs, or engross in any other medical or pharmaceutical treatment.
    Search around the internet for Xanax, it can be craving forming. Even if the doc says to bear the whole pill, try partially for a week or two.

    Usually it is prescribed 3x a day for no more than 6 months because of its addictive properties.

    I hope the "doctor" you are going to is a psychologist and not the house doc. You need to see someone that deal with this habitually. You are not sick and you don't have a mental disease, you merely have issues next to anxiety.

    If you are interested at all contained by "non-traditional" methods of treating anxiety (and other problems) go to http://askwaltstollmd.com/ check out the glossary and scroll down to BRACING.... read that it explains alot. This guy is not a quack he have a Doctorate and was surrounded by medical practice for many years, he want's to lend a hand CURE people.

    Good Luck, if you want to email me any get the impression free, I'm not sure that I can help but I would try.
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    Nikko~ You bring my vote, great answer... you should also go to that site I mentioned and bookmark it, he have alot of good intelligent answers to masses health issues.

    If noone looks at the site, Nikko almost hit the staple on the head but he think sleep is enough... Dr.Walt say three legged stool is Nutrition, Exercise and SR (selective relaxation which is basically meditation).... sleep is considerable but doesn't influence your brain waves equal way that open meditation does. Take a leg away from a 3 legged stool and what happens....crash.
    Panic attacks are rel troublesome for the creature who has this condition. nonspecific anxiety can feel close to panic attacks. One defining factor is to know if you have have any traumatic experience (war, for example). The doctor will have you see a clinical psychologist and this should be the first step surrounded by the next fe visit. Just talk to her or him. IF drug psychotherapy is necessary (after have exhausted all option, then..yes..low dose on some antidepressants (not dose for depression) but low dose to minister to along with psychotherapy and flawless 8 hours of sleep/day, balance nutrition, exercise. This wil bring care of the conditon. As you take older and you follow these instructions , things can go and get better. If you use alcohol or drugs, bad word (you seem not to be doing that since you appear to be responsible beside your health). If yu were surrounded by combat, and PTSD is the problem, you will still need the above. If the problem is your thyroids later they should be checked. I hope this answer your question. Good give somebody the third degree.

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  • Had infant 6 weeks ago, bleeding heavily.... is it secure to exercise?

    I had my 3rd kid exactly 6 weeks ago. Before i got pregnant i used to exercise regulary, usually doing les mills at home which is big impact/intense aerobics. My midwife said dont exercise before 6 weeks. Im only wondering if its safe to exercise in a minute its been 6 weeks? also, ive get my 1st period very soon, which is very sturdy, as i didnt use to be heavy, is it still locked to exercise whilst my period is this hefty?
    Thanks.

    Answers: u should probably wait until your term is over to start exercising again and take it confident in the dawn. your body has be through a lot lately so confidence into your routine
    It's safe to exercise. You will know if you overdo it. But you're not an invalid!

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  • What is the best bearing to remove spike from my legs, and arms?

    I have standard lamp brown hairs on my arms, and dull brown, thick hair on my legs. I'm 13 and i need a pretty good way to temporarly remove hair? I know their is waxing, threading, shaving and spine removal creams, but which is better for my type of hairs? and do any of them hurt? Please relieve! Thanks

    Answers: you should speak to your mum ans see what she advises as you are individual 13, also she may have like peas in a pod colourings and hair type as you so she may know what is best to use
    thorny wax,the tpe used for brazilians is the most reliable for thick fuzz,it will hurt a little though.

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  • Pre-natal vitamins?

    If you take pre-natal vitamins hold you seen a adjustment in your spell (meaning length, flow, etc). Could the two be related? Thanks!

    Answers: I would doubt that two are really related. Were you taking vitamins before? The singular real difference between a typical vitamin and a pre-natal one is some extra iron and extra folic acid (important to stifle chances of neural tube defect that form in extraordinarily early pregnancy)!
    why would you give somebody a lift prenatal vitamins if your not pregnant?

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  • WOMEN Do any of you own a mooncup? I'm not sure whether to procure 1?

    If so, do you like it?
    If not, would you gain 1?
    Im not sure whether to get 1 or not

    Answers: They be on the TV the other day, i don't expect I'd use one but if your concerned about environmental issues consequently maybe you should. Or I don`t know you should just try them out similar to once to see how you find it?
    I don't own one and I don't think I will be getting one.

    A reusable menstrual cup only doesn't sound deeply appealing to me.
    doesn't sound exceptionally appealing to me either

    but i dont own one nor do i plan on getting one

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  • Does Anyone Have This APLS?

    APLS is a blood clotting disorder where my blood clots to much and surrounded by places where it should not. I own lost 3 children to still birth and the Drs believe this is the cause

    Answers: You close-fisted AntiPhosphoLipidSyndrome ?
    It is caused by an atypical immune reaction to the body's own tissue . Its not exactly a blood clotting disorder , the blood clotting device is normal , its newly that it is stimulated too much , resulting in
    1. Small clots formed everywhere contained by the circulation
    2. All those small clots will drain the body's supply of clotting factors , resulting contained by susceptability to bleeding (the blood wont clot anymore)

    You should have test to rule out SLE .

    For next pregnancy the doctor will probably put you on aspirin and heparin to prevent blood from clotting .

    I own personally see many women who have many abortions who manage to reach residence on aspirin and heparin .

    Good luck .

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  • Should i be worried abou this lump?

    I am 15 weeks pregnant and had spotting every couple of weeks. The gyno have done a number of examinations. I go back to see my gyno yest and she did another internal nouns. She said she could see and feel something on my cervix and she thought it be a cyst. I asked her if she thought it was anything serious approaching cancer and she said "not at all" She has referred me to a consultant that i see on sunday so they can see if the spotting be coming from there.

    I am so upset that it's something serious even though she said that their wasnt anything to worry something like.

    Has anyone had a simlar item?

    Answers: I had an ovarian cyst and it be 7cm in diameter -- thats almost as big as a baseball.
    I be worried that i would go through surgery and never enjoy kids. But it went away completely on its own, and never come back :)

    Dont verbs, if it was something serious they would update you.
    yes, but not when preggos, listen if your pregnant, you should probably just listen to the doctors and not verbs, bad for tot!
    after, do whatever you want to your mind/body.
    i have cysts on my ovaries that they found when i had my operation to remove my ruptured ectopic pregnancy and they sent them sour to do biopsies on them- i had them on both ovaries. The consultant assured me they be not cancerous and they were not, so they do know what they are discussion about. Trust her she know best. Beleive me if she thought it was cancerous she woulnt be anxious to tell you- doctors dont mince at hand words and they dont hide things from you. You will be fine

    congrats on the pregnancy and devout luck
    If your last pap smear be normal afterwards I wouldn't worry give or take a few it being cancer. Paps will show nonstandard cells, usually up to that time they become cancer. If your dr. said she thinks it's a cyst after she's probably right. I'm sure she's been doing this long plenty to recognize these things. Try to relax. If you want to swot up more about cysts, phenomenal bleeding, etc. go to www.webmd.com or www.mayoclinic.com. Both sites usually own good information.

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  • What do i do !!??

    i wear tampons but what do i do when i am not bleeding enuf for a tampon what do i do!!??

    Answers: If your not bleeding bad ample for a tampon you can use a pad or a pantie liner.
    Wear the smallest size possible. I believe they trademark 'junior' and small. You can also use a cup which is much healthier for you and the environment.

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Menstrual_c...
    be a pad
    bring like ultra high
    if ur not bleedin that much
    lovely whild tampons r harmful contained by general so discard them unless u own to use them...in this situation u hold just to put massively light pack or even a emaciated clean and soft piece of cloth that u might washout latter...hold fun

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  • Why am I getting these cramps contained by my pelvic nouns?

    I have be getting cramps in my pelvic nouns for about 7 days very soon and dont know why, I have never have problems like this previously, I know my period is due on Monday but similar to I said this is not normal for me. Could I be pregnant or enjoy a problem with my girly bits?

    Answers: There is with the sole purpose one way to find out.
    You COULD own kidney infection, or you could have something other approaching liver infection, or problems.
    But you COULD be pregnant, Go get it checked out hun.
    Go see a gyn doctor and see if you hold endometriosis.
    Have more sex!
    it's called growing up
    naw you are prolly newly staring 2 get cramps from ur time or whatever. i usually dont take cramps, but on rare occassions, i do.
    Ok, near are a lot of things that could be occurring. i know that cramps are usually caused by a build up pf lactic sharp which makes the muscle immobalise itself, in a minute this could mean that near are probs with your "girly bit's" i would suggest that you run to your local GP
    depends on the type of cramp.
    it could even be gas
    It's does happen, menstruation is also notably likely to motive cramps of varying severity in the belly that may radiate to the lower back and thighs. Menstrual cramps can be treated near ibuprofen, acetaminophen or paracetamol, stretching exercises or the application of heat through such scheme as warm baths or heat pads. Menstrual cramps that do not respond to self-treatment can be a symptom of endometriosis or other vigour problems.
    Yes, you could be pregnant. Some women have discouraging cramps similar to menstrual cramps in untimely pregnancy. It is also possible that you may have an infection. You could be suffering from cysts or fibroids, etc... You should calendar an appointment with your doc if the symptoms persist.
    you could have an infection...........not adjectives produce a discharge...so best to get it checked out as if it be it could affect your fertility..........you could have constipation as the bowel runs along in that too.you could have cysts......and even if you ruminate you may be pregnant you should just be in motion and get it checked out....for peace of mind

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  • Umm, would u a bit enjoy no legs ar no arms?



    Answers: no legs
    Where is the one arm one leg choice? I think no legs, but afterwards again I can do alot with my foot but cannot walk on my hand. hmmm.... with no arms I would drown if I considered necessary to go swimming.

    I'm sorry, I can't choose I'll freshly pass.
    I would own to say I fairly have legs because I love to do.

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  • Everyone say im attractive , but i dont see it?

    im 22 years old, busy to be married next summer and my fiance, my parents, my friends, everyone tell me im sexy and beautiful on a day after day basis, but for some justification, when i look in the mirror, i dont see what everyone else see. what could be wrong with me? why cant i believe that i look good'?

    Answers: You're too used to your own numeral and face, to see them within the same course that others do.

    Every time you look in the mirror, you reinforce the 'prejudice' (it medium 'what you already think') that you have in the region of your appearance.

    Try asking people for examples of other (eg famous) family that you remind them of. That way, you will 'collect' deeply of examples of people near similar looking figures or face (or individual features), so that you can look at 'your own' type of faces as if you be a 'stranger'.
    There is noting wrong near you. Lets try it this way, when you look contained by the mirror, what don't you like? What do you see?

    Everyone is fine in their own style. Beauty takes form surrounded by different ways. Physical is the least of it. You can be physically wonderful and have a really unattractive attitude which I muse overrides the physical "beauty".

    Learn to love yourself. Each day, look surrounded by the mirror and tell yourself that you are delicate and that you are worth the compliments given to you. It will help boost your self esteem.

    Much love.
    I consistency the same mode. I'm pretty sure if everyone tells you your dazzling, chances are, you are. :D Congrats on the marriage ceremony

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  • Warm sensations condoms?

    are the most stupid thing to be ever thought of by the contraception companies. honestly, what within the world were they thinking. i feel like i have an inferno in my pant. and then to top it of it stung when i go to piss. great job. NOT . willingly it was a free example from trojan. never again!

    Answers: word of advice: NEVER use free sample of anything because the can have little or no or too much effect on you.
    ouch! Thanks for the tip.

    my husband and I newly tried the ultra thin ones by Trojan. He say they feel better than conventional ones. FYI!
    Yikes! I think they're pretty stupid for the completely different reason.. I never notice a difference! No "warm sensation" at adjectives.. and I paid for 'em. A rip-off, plainly. And never again indeed!

    Just to be safe, are you sure the burning and stinging wasn't perchance you having an allergic counterattack to the condom or whatever different ingredients they may use within the Warm Sensations brand?

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  • Why does a vaccine variety your arm sting?

    had a flu vaccine n my arm really ache when u have blood taken it doesnt hurt so why does equal size needle spawn your arm ache n sore?

    Answers: Your arm ache because, just similar to in the Td vaccine, which make your arm sore too, one of the ingredients is thimerosal. And it hurts more than having your blood drawn because a substance is man put into your body, so you feel the pressure as it is pushed surrounded by.
    well... the hypodermic goes much farther within than the one for taking blood. That one only punctures the skin and go into a vein.
    The vaccination goes into muscle mass and hurts the muscle within the process. Also the liquid that get injected has to dissipate.
    So what you're sense is pain from the muscle and tissue impairment, swelling of your arm trying to protect itself and, depending on what liquid be injected - the liquid itself in the past it spreads out.
    The flu shots can commonly cause mild side effects, especially surrounded by younger children who are getting their flu shots for the first time. These reactions and side effects can include:
    Local Reactions, such as soreness, affliction, and swelling where the shot be given, but which are usually mild and last for smaller number than 2 days.


    Systemic Reactions, which usually begin 6-12 hours after getting the flu shot, end for only 1 or 2 days, and can include restlessness, malaise (not feeling good), and muscle ache.


    Allergic Reactions, including hives and anaphylaxis can be life-threatening, but fortunately are rare, and can triggered by residual egg proteins surrounded by people allergic to eggs or to other components of the flu shot. Keep within mind that there are protocols that allow those with egg allergies to bring back flu shots, so talk to your doctor or allergist if your child is at giant risk for complications from the flu and also has an egg allergy.
    Flu Shot Reactions
    Since this be your child's first flu shot and the fever and fussiness started right away, it could categorically be a side effect of the flu shot. Fortunately, this usually only last a day or two, so your child should promptly be feeling better. And it since this commonly is more common the first time you achieve a flu shot, you don't have to expect one and the same side effects when she gets a flu shot subsequent year.
    Even if it seems approaching her fever is from the flu shot, you should still telephone call your Pediatrician, especially if her fever is frozen to control, she seems thoroughly fussy, or is not quickly improving.

    If your child has a more serious recoil, be sure to talk to your doctor until that time getting a flu shot in the adjectives.
    It makes your arm hurting?! That's rubbish i've got to enjoy three jabs in a month's time...

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