Gynecology

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Imvexxy® Side Effects

April 23, 2019 at 10:07am

I recently started taking Imvexxy® vaginal estradiol inserts, and I am having stomach cramps, diarrhea and headaches. Are these normal side effects of Imvexxy®?

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Recurring Bacterial Vaginosis

April 2, 2019 at 10:14am

I am 56 years old and had my hysterectomy in 1990, I still have my ovaries and I have been having recurrent bacterial vaginosis. I finished antibiotics, but the BV still re-occurs.

I quit smoking cigarettes, but started vaporing. I asked my doctor to prescribe me a low dose estrogen pill, but she will not give it to me because I'm still vaporing. Is it normal for a 56 year old to have recurrent bacterial vaginosis, is this part of going through menopause?

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Tips for Treating Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)

February 26, 2019 at 9:41am

How do I treat Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)?

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Treatment Options for Vaginal Atrophy

February 22, 2019 at 9:42am

I have thin tissue in the vaginal area, and it is very dry. My physician recommended estrogen cream to thicken my tissue, but it burns and itches me. What are my other options?

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Hyaluronic Acid

February 21, 2019 at 3:11pm

Can you direct me to any clinical trials or websites related to the use of hyaluronic acid and a woman who has had endometrial and ovarian cancer?

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Tips to help avoid Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)

February 5, 2019 at 9:22am

Why do I keep getting recurrent bacterial vaginosis infections? I am trying probiotics now, do you think that could work?

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What Are Some At Home Tips for Preventing Bacterial Vaginosis?

January 25, 2019 at 12:49pm

How can I stop recurring Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) at home instead of going to the doctor every week?

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Why Do I Have Breast Pain And Tingling?

January 25, 2019 at 9:22am

What would be the reason for when your breast is tingling and you are not having a menstrual cycle?

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Topical Creams Vs Vaginal Gels

January 15, 2019 at 11:37am

I was accidentally prescribed metronidazole topical cream versus metro vaginal gel. Can the cream also be used intravaginally?

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Is Bacterial Vaginosis a Sexually Transmitted Infection?

January 10, 2019 at 11:36am

Can you catch Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) from having sexual activity?

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