dryness

[grace 2]

HI, I have problems with vaginal dryness due to a hysterectomy. I can't add back estogen in that area without alot of discomfort to my bladder. I've been using olive and canola oil for lubrication. I also battle yeast infections. Does anyone know if using oil could encourage yeast to grow, or further irritate an existing infection? Thanks, Grace

[sunshine_77us]

I also had a hysterectomy and have the vaginal dryness. I'm using estring which is working great. It's a ring with only 2 mg of estrogen and you insert it and it last for 3 months. I've been using this for over a year now.
Pam

[Katrina]

Yeast grows in warm wet places.....so anything moist will increase the risk of getting a yeast infection. I am dry too...and on an antibiotic which puts me at high risk of a yeast infection.....which is why I see the driness as an advantage some times.....hope that helps.

[sunshine_77us]

The dryness was the reason I kept getting so many bladder infections. As soon as started the estring, I hardly ever get a bladder infection. I took premarin for 5 years because of the dryness and getting so many infections. As soon as I quit the premarin, the infections started again. Then the dr. put me on the estring and it has worked great.
Pam

[grace 2]

Thanks for your replies. I am so frustrated as I believe the reason I'm getting yeast infections is because of vaginal dryness. I tried vagifem and coumpounded estriol and both of them flared up IC and I believe vulvodynia. This was before I knew I had IC. I am afraid any estro. will cause a flare. I work with a coumpouding pharmacist. We've done blood tests and I'm low on all my hormones. I do oral estro.& progesterone cream. I'm sure it is mostly due to stress as my mom passed away a year ago and 5 mo. later all this started:( Sorry I guess I needed to vent! Grace

[curlycue]

Good Luck with what ever you choose to do. I as well get many yeast infections. I HATE THEM. If somthing works for you pls let me know.

Thanks,
Ruth
AKA Curlycue

[Katrina]

ok we are all different. I am on constant treatment for yeast infections because I am on antibiotics. I do ok untill I lubricate a lot without getting some out. You may want to ask your doc if you can keep some difulcan on hand if you have a big problem.

Good luck

[curlycue]

Thanks Kat,
I think I will talk to my DR regarding that Diflucan.

Ruth:hi:

[Indy]

I use boric acid douches.

[grace 2]

Just wondering, does the boric acid heal the infection or is it more preventitive ?? Also has anyone ever flared from using boric acid?? Thanks, Grace

[Indy]

The boric acid is a preventitive. I need it to counteract all the antiobiotics I take with the catheterizations. It hasn't caused any flares for me. I use it every other night but not during my period.

[ICchell]

A Remedy For Yeast Infections!
I know this sounds a little gross but what the heck ,if it works.

My Gyn.said that you can actually use plain nonfat yogurt on your private area.I havent tried it but I trust her she is a great DR.
Michelle

[ChrissyH]

My gyn has also suggested using plain yogurt, but not as a remedy, more of a preventative measure. It's supposed to help repopulate the good bacteria that keeps the yeasties at bay.

[PikkuMyy]

Your doctor is right about the yoghurt. However, the only reason she wants you to use youghurt is for the acidophilus.

You don't have to slather a bunch of slimy yoghurt to get that. You can do several things:

1. Take acidophilus/bifidus/longum, etc. probiotic supplements, available at the health food store. I take them internally every day , esp. when antibiotics.

2. If I feel affected by the yeast in my privates, I take the top off one of the capsules and insert it into my vagina. That way just the good bacteria get in there.

3. Tea Tree Oil Suppositories - in a vegetable oil base - kills the yeast and lubricates!

Emily

[Katrina]

thanks for the info