Dear Jacqui:
I have had several yeast infections over the years and have been treated with creams and Diflucan. Its getting harder for me to tell when I may have a yeast infection since I always have discharge.

Also, my husband and I love to have oral sex but have not been able to since this problem started. At my last doctors appt., she said there was just a trace of yeast. Should we still have oral sex? this problem is ruining our sex life! Can you help,thanks.
Joanny

Dear Joanny:
I know how frustrating it can be to have recurrent infections, many of my readers report the same problem. I do have a couple of questions and a few suggestions:

l) Has your doctor done a microscopic evaluation of your organism and what was the result?

2)Has your husband had a check up? It is possible that you keep passing the fungus or bacteria back and forth. He might need treatment as well.

3) Sometimes a recurrent vaginal infection is a symptom that another health condition might be present such as diabetes. Have you had a thorough check up?

4) What are you using to wash the intimate area?

Please avoid soaps, any cleansing product containing fragrance, dyes or high concentration of detergents (lots of bubbles) or even plant extracts. These additives have a tendency to upset the delicate vaginal pH balance which is one of the ways your body protects itself. We never see a yeast infection when the pH is normal.

Be alert to only use pH balanced products in the vaginal area. They should be fragrance free, dye free, hypoallergenic such as Very Private Body Wash. In many cases Body Wash has helped women with recurrent vaginal infections. Read Anita Finley's letter regarding her recurring infections on our site under "What women have to say".The reason we make products that are so safe is just that; we know how sensitive the vaginal environment is.

Vaginal infections are the third largest reason why women need to see a doctor. Over 30% of these vaginal problems are caused by using inappropriate products in the vaginal area such as douches. They is no reason to use them, the body cleanses itself.

5) I recommend you use a supplement such as acidophilus and bifida factor which are both intestinal culture and will help reestablish the proper pH since there are still traces of yeast.

6) Some doctors recommend to reduce sugar and refined carbohydrates in your diet. Finally, I am very sure you can get rid of this problem but you need to first "get rid" of the organism that keeps reinfecting you so you can enjoy the full range of sexuality again.

Jacqui





	I'm on Diflucan, but still have the discharge. Dear Jacqui: I have had several yeast infections over the years and have been treated with creams and Diflucan. Its getting harder for me to tell when I may have a yeast infection since I always have discharge. Also, my husband and I love to have oral sex but have not been able to since this problem started. At my last doctors appt., she said there was just a trace of yeast. Should we still have oral sex? this problem is ruining our sex life! Can you help,thanks. Joanny Dear Joanny: I know how frustrating it can be to have recurrent infections, many of my readers report the same problem. I do have a couple of questions and a few suggestions: l) Has your doctor done a microscopic evaluation of your organism and what was the result? 2)Has your husband had a check up? It is possible that you keep passing the fungus or bacteria back and forth. He might need treatment as well. 3) Sometimes a recurrent vaginal infection is a symptom that another health condition might be present such as diabetes. Have you had a thorough check up? 4) What are you using to wash the intimate area? Please avoid soaps, any cleansing product containing fragrance, dyes or high concentration of detergents (lots of bubbles) or even plant extracts. These additives have a tendency to upset the delicate vaginal pH balance which is one of the ways your body protects itself. We never see a yeast infection when the pH is normal. Be alert to only use pH balanced products in the vaginal area. They should be fragrance free, dye free, hypoallergenic such as Very Private Body Wash. In many cases Body Wash has helped women with recurrent vaginal infections. Read Anita Finley's letter regarding her recurring infections on our site under "What women have to say".The reason we make products that are so safe is just that; we know how sensitive the vaginal environment is. Vaginal infections are the third largest reason why women need to see a doctor. Over 30% of these vaginal problems are caused by using inappropriate products in the vaginal area such as douches. They is no reason to use them, the body cleanses itself. 5) I recommend you use a supplement such as acidophilus and bifida factor which are both intestinal culture and will help reestablish the proper pH since there are still traces of yeast. 6) Some doctors recommend to reduce sugar and refined carbohydrates in your diet. Finally, I am very sure you can get rid of this problem but you need to first "get rid" of the organism that keeps reinfecting you so you can enjoy the full range of sexuality again. Jacqui Copyright 2000 Brandwynne Corporation. All rights reserved.

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