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Yeast Infections and Vaginosis NONENDING
I did not quite know what topic to post this under.
The problem is, I CONSTANTLY am having some sort of problem with my vagina area. I either have a yeast infection, or then I have vaginosis. The doctor tells me that the vaginosis is due to "your 'fluids' and your husband's 'fluids' just do not mix" and that is the reason I keep getting the vaginosis. What can you do?
If I finally happen to get over the vaginosis for a short period of time after using the creams (which take 5 days) then it seems like in no time flat I get a yeast infection!
I know NOT to take baths, not to wear tight clothing, not to wear anything but cotton underwear, etc., etc., etc. I cannot have sexual relations with my husband as much as I want to, as I am always on some sort of cream to try and treat something that is wrong!!
Any advice? I do not know what else to try...I am very, very frustrated. THANKS!
The problem is, I CONSTANTLY am having some sort of problem with my vagina area. I either have a yeast infection, or then I have vaginosis. The doctor tells me that the vaginosis is due to "your 'fluids' and your husband's 'fluids' just do not mix" and that is the reason I keep getting the vaginosis. What can you do?
If I finally happen to get over the vaginosis for a short period of time after using the creams (which take 5 days) then it seems like in no time flat I get a yeast infection!
I know NOT to take baths, not to wear tight clothing, not to wear anything but cotton underwear, etc., etc., etc. I cannot have sexual relations with my husband as much as I want to, as I am always on some sort of cream to try and treat something that is wrong!!
Any advice? I do not know what else to try...I am very, very frustrated. THANKS!
About 18 months ago I had without fail a yeast infection once a month...I was at a loss of what to do especially considering I am normally healthy, eat well and get exercise etc;
My doctor put me on a 6 month program where once a month I would use treatments for years even if I had no symptoms, my husband and I abstained during treatment and he used a topical cream on himself while I was being treated.
I began taking acidophilus by mouth as well as garlic capsules and vitamin B complex...the acidophilus is the same as the "good bacteria" in active culture yoghurt, garlic is an anti-fungal and vitaminB helps to strengthen the immune system.
I also began eating yoghurt daily and even used greek yoghurt in place sour cream in recipes. I can't tell you what a difference it has made.
Its best to avoid baths and take only showers if you are prone to vaginal infections...be careful with soaps and washes, they can really throw off your vaginal ph and definitly no douching.
Avon sells a special ph balance personal hygene wash for women.
My husband and I discovered as well that if he overindulges in Oral Sex with me say several days in a row I almost always get a yeast infection...saliva can do really bad things to your vaginal flora. I hope some of this helps.
My doctor put me on a 6 month program where once a month I would use treatments for years even if I had no symptoms, my husband and I abstained during treatment and he used a topical cream on himself while I was being treated.
I began taking acidophilus by mouth as well as garlic capsules and vitamin B complex...the acidophilus is the same as the "good bacteria" in active culture yoghurt, garlic is an anti-fungal and vitaminB helps to strengthen the immune system.
I also began eating yoghurt daily and even used greek yoghurt in place sour cream in recipes. I can't tell you what a difference it has made.
Its best to avoid baths and take only showers if you are prone to vaginal infections...be careful with soaps and washes, they can really throw off your vaginal ph and definitly no douching.
Avon sells a special ph balance personal hygene wash for women.
My husband and I discovered as well that if he overindulges in Oral Sex with me say several days in a row I almost always get a yeast infection...saliva can do really bad things to your vaginal flora. I hope some of this helps.
I have had the same happening to me lately and I am pregnant and the no sex thing is killing me with my husband. I always seem to be on some sort of antibiotic or cream and its not sexaully attractive to be like that all the time. He is very understanding, but I get tired of it and I feel sorry for him. If you find out anything more that helps other than the two posts let me know too.
I, too had this problem once. It seemed like I ALWAYS had a vaginal infection of some sort. I think your yeast infections are due to the antibiotic used to treat the vaginosis. It's a neverending cycle. Conventional medicine never helped long-term in getting rid of my BV, but I'll tell you what did. I stopped wearing a thong which I think was a huge part of it. I also stopped washing my vaginal area with soap. Just plain water is enough, and I stopped used those shower "poof" things. I think they just are infested with bacteria that drips down to your vagina. I also took a bath with about a cup of cider vinegar for a couple nights in a row. And they next part you might think is disgusting and weird, butd I was willing to try anything and it worked: For five days straight I soaked a tampon in PLAIN white yogurt and switched tampons every four hours. It adds the good bacteria back into the mix. Trust me, it works. This helps the BV and the yeast. Hope this helps.
Try a different doctor. Find a clinic that just deals with vaginal problems, even if it's a few hours drive away. It's amazing how much better you will feel when you talk with someone who has a lot of experience with this kind of problems.
Research the scientific papers for chronic yeast infections. There is alot of information out there.
Have you tried using condoms?
Sorry this isn't really a whole lot of help, but be pushy about a referral. Your doctor isn't the one living with this.
Research the scientific papers for chronic yeast infections. There is alot of information out there.
Have you tried using condoms?
Sorry this isn't really a whole lot of help, but be pushy about a referral. Your doctor isn't the one living with this.
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