Yeast infections and boric acid
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I have used boric acid to treat chronic yeast infections for many years. But is boric acid (suppositories) safe during pregnancy? Some sources say it is and others say it's not, but no one has been able to tell what why it might be dangerous during pregnancy. What problems might it cause? For instance, could it cause miscarriage or stillbirth? Or some more minor problem?
Has anyone else had problems with lots of yeast infections and hemorrhoids, especially during the third trimester? I eat healthy and i know that they are common during pregnancy, but I feel like it's been a constant problem.
Yeast infections can be caused by all kinds of stuff other than HIV but if its a fear get tested it will make sure feel better when you get that negative test back. I never tried the boric acid because the grape seed helped me a lot, but if i ever get another horrible infection im going to try it. ive had mutliple doctors suggest it to me. i believe you can get a prescribtion or buy it OTC. Try typing boric acid for yeast infections into a search engine.
I HATE those kinds of yeast infections! Have you also tried probiotics, acidophilus, boric acid capsules, and dietary modification?
To answer your question, there should be no reason why an IUD would be contraindicated--you are correct that yeast rarely spreads into the upper reproductive tract. If you are switching from oral contraceptives, that may help with the yeast problem. OCs seem to make people more prone to yeast infection.
Good luck!
Hi, I have been suffering from yeast infections for 8 months now. HIV test just came back negative but CD4 came back low (309). What does this mean?
Went for recheck and pointed out small tear that burned.( but was using boric acid for yeast daily that also burns). He swabbed and got neg result. Bloodwork was positive, however. Was I contagious during the time I was having infectons? Would he not have seen sores in me if were internal? My outbreak has only consisted of swelling, burning and that one minor cut that is now gone but burning persists.I am concerned for my husband, he has no symptoms. Could someone please help me with this???
can u have sexual intercourse while useing boric acid? does the boric powder work just as good, i bought boric acid today and i am not quite sure how to use it or how much to use... can anyone help me with this...i am hoping this will keep me from going to dr so much...and also i heard that douching with hydrogen perixide works too...is that true? thanks hope for replys...i need the help....
Side effects are rare with boric acid, but it may cause vaginal burning and itching. Do not use boric acid near any cuts or abrasions, as it can enter the bloodstream and may cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dermatitis, and kidney damage." It doesn't sound like you have given yourself nausea, vomiting or diarrhea, but you might have given yourself dermatitis in that area.
ve tried everything and I mean... EVERYTHING. Diflucan (for a full month), Terzol, Boric Acid (for a full month), probiotics, yogurt, garlic, tea tree oil, apple cider vinegar...you nane it!
Went to Gyno and 3 times they looked under scope and saw yeast. When they did the culture, it was neg, but I was always using or had very recently used some form of treatment, so I think it's a false neg. The only time I get relief, amazingly, is during my period.
Hi Dee, Then try the natural way, yes just plain good old yogurt, but a good one and natural, now try eating it twice a day and smear some twice a day after washing your virgina each time with just plain water, and each time change your nickers and cotten would be best, and dont wear any at bedtime.
THe discharge was thick and white like hair conditioner, smooth, no odor, and extremely profuse. Ive spent well over $1000 seeing doctorrs and specialists and just recently the found candida galbrata on a swab, both internally and externally on the genitalia. Ive been repeatedly tested negative for all stds.
My questions are first, is it possible that for whatever reason the first couple of times that this has been the problem all the time and it just did not show up on the swab?
But now my vulva area is still red and raw and painful, and last I went to the gyn I showed her little clear blisters on various spots and little red spots throughout my labia (one bright red one on top of the urethra- which went away after I used a boric acid supplement) and I am in a lot of pain and burning sensation constantly. And the more I use the Boric acid, it seems that the vulvar area gets redder, but if I dont then I feel crampy abdominally and the whole area seems more painful.
t go to the doctor every time I feel something because my medical bill would just be insanely high. I went to the gyno again in April and she prescribed me a 10-day dose of Boric Acid which seemed to work.After the treatment finished I continued my everyday life and began to be sexually active again. The yeast infection came back and my boyfriend got one too.
you can try using boric acid , water and white vinegar douche or even a multi-day yeast infection treatment. avoid taking baths or jacuzzis, and if you're going swimming make sure to shower and thoroughly dry off and wear loose fitting cotton clothes. i had a bad problem with yeast infections due to my birth control and these are all things my doctor suggested. so i feel your pain.
can u have sexual intercourse while useing boric acid? does the boric powder work just as good, i bought boric acid today and i am not quite sure how to use it or how much to use... can anyone help me with this...i am hoping this will keep me from going to dr so much...and also i heard that douching with hydrogen perixide works too...is that true? thanks hope for replys...i need the help....
So, I have this raging yeast infection.
And although some kinds of yeast infections are more common in persons with HIV, vaginal yeast infections are not among them. On the other hand, diabetes is a common factor in persistent vaginal yeast; and certain antibiotics can also do it. But HIV does so rarely.
Most important, HIV test results always overrule everything else. Your test results -- especially the combination of negative RNA at 2 weeks and antibody tests at 6 and 12 weeks -- prove you don't have HIV.
I have to constantly wear panty liners or my panties will be wet and ill change them numerous times through out the day. I also end up with a lot of yeast infections because of the wetness. I read online somewhere that a lot of women with HIV have this problem. Is this something I need to be concerned about? I just recently had a pap and everything came back okay, but when I brought up the wetness they didnt seem concerned.
m never a chronic YI person but for the past few months I belive in July I thought I had a yeast infection so I went to CVS got monastat 1 used it and I thought that was it because I've used it before and it worked however this time I thought it would be ok until one day I went to pee and it burnt so bad like broken skin right by the opening eventualy my husband took a picture and there it is, a round broken skin.
That will make it worse and actually messes up the PH of your vagina and can lead to further yeast or bacterial infections. Boric acid is know to cause skin irritation. And Valtrex? Do you have herpes? Why were you given Valtrex? Can you try tucks wipes? You put them in your under pants and leave them there. It can be very soothing and healing. Witch hazel dabbed on the area? Other than that, you need to again go to your doctor fo diagnose what is going on.
Pre-pregnancy I flushed with a small amount of boric acid...always got rid of it. Yeast and bv is simply a sign that your vaginal pH is off allowing growth of the wrong type of bacteria. I can't lie and said I didn't do it once or twice during pregnancy, but I don't know if it's recommended..although all my kids came out fine. I used to be able to purchase powdered boric acid at the pharmacy counter at Wal-Mart, walgreens, etc. ...
She said I definitely have a yeast infection and sent it for a culture. The labs keep showing a negative result for yeast, other vaginal infections and all STDs. I don't understand why my doctor can see the yeast under the microscope but my cultures are negative. I also don't understand why the medicine prescribed to me eases my symptoms but never takes them away completely. I have even tried a douche with garlic and water, which helps but does not relieve all symptoms. Can you help me?
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