Clinical Trial: PRP for lichen sclerosus
A new study is seeking participants for a novel lichen sclerosus treatment, PRP.
Study: L. crispatus competitively excludes G. vaginalis
L. crispatus competitively excludes G. vaginalis and can have a protective effect on the vagina.
Study: the link between BV and inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s and colitis)
There is a positive association between IBD and BV bacteria, with worse outcomes for those on steroids treatment.
Study: Using boric acid and G. vaginalis
We examine some scientific research into boric acid, and how it could tip your treatment over the edge.
Study: the impact of pH alone on BV biofilms
A study looks into the impact of just pH on BV - with interesting results.
Study: effect on BV biofilms by antibiotics and SCAA
A research project looks into antibiotics and other substances to see what works on biofilms and what doesn't.
Study: Subtypes of G. vaginalis
A study into the different subtypes of G. vaginalis present in BV, and which are most closely associated with BV.
Study: post-BV-treatment sex life and contraceptives use matters
Worse outcomes were found in women who had the same sex partner before and after BV treatment, but better outcomes in those on oestrogen-based birth control.
Study into the metabolic ‘signature’ of vaginas with BV
A study looks into the difference between BV vaginas and healthy vaginas in terms of metabolites.
Sacrocolpopexy – mesh implants for prolapse
This is the surgery to implant mesh into the vagina and pelvis to hold internal organs and the vagina in place.
The robotic da Vinci sacrocolpopexy surgery (for uterine or vaginal prolapse)
This procedure involves inserting mesh in a pelvic surgery using a specialised robot, with a surgical team present.
Prolapse repair surgery
We explain one prolapse repair surgery.
Study: myo-inositol with folic acid for PCOS
A short review of two different research studies showing the benefits of myo-inositol with folic acid for PCOS.
Laser hair removal for hirsutism
We explain how laser hair removal works if you have unwanted hair caused by hirsutism.
How to fix PCOS
Fixing PCOS - truly fixing it - is a combination effort. We explain.
What causes PCOS?
We explain what causes PCOS and what having PCOS looks like, plus strategies to overcome some of the common issues.
Do I have PCOS?
How to tell if you have PCOS
PCOS Recipes: Poached eggs with zucchini
Fresh and tasty, low-GL breakfast omelette, easy to make, always delicious.
I’m really nervous that the BV treatment won’t work and I will be stuck with it for life
Understanding the treatment program and how to deal with your nerves about being stuck with BV for the rest of your life.
Vaginal boric acid fact sheet
Boric acid is a management strategy for yeast or bacterial infections.