Using lactulose for vulvovaginal dysbiosis/infections
We discuss the use of lactulose for vulvovaginal infections, dysbiosis, and vaginal health, including safety and efficacy.
Using licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) as a topical treatment for vaginal dysbiosis
Licorice root has been used since the dawn of time for its pharmacological qualities, including steroidal, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties.
How to use BV Rescue (vagina)
Learn how to treat bacterial vaginosis using our specialised vaginal blend.
How much is 50mg of NAC?
We explain how to measure out N-acetylcysteine.
Propolis as an antimicrobial agent in treating vulvovaginal dysbiosis
Propolis resin may be a useful adjunct to treating vulvovaginal dysbiosis and infections via its antimicrobial activity, with some bacteria more susceptible than others.
Iron deficiency and bacterial vaginosis, aerobic vaginitis
We examine the evidence as to whether low iron levels can contribute to bacterial vaginosis, aerobic vaginitis or other vulvovaginal dysbiosis/infection.
Understanding Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) impact on the urogenital tract
Understand how Ehlers-Danlos syndromes may impact the vulva, vagina and bladder, and even hormones, causing symptoms.
Understanding pain receptors in vulvodynia that cause burning pain – the C fibre
There are certain pain fibres that cause the slow, long, burning pain of vulvodynia. Understanding a these fibres can shed some light on vulvodynia.
Understanding and treating hormonal vulvodynia
Vulvodynia may have hormonal roots, ranging from being on the the pill , taking certain medications. or having lost an ovary or breast to cancer.
Congenital or acquired neuroproliferative vulvodynia
We take a look at neuroproliferative vulvodynia, where there are too many pain-sensing nerve-endings around the vaginal entrance.
Can povidone iodine cure a yeast infection?
We discuss the role of liquid povidone-iodine in successfully treating a vulvovaginal yeast infection.
March 6-7th, 2019 – Women and their Microbes Conference
Practitioners, check out the upcoming Women and their Microbes conference in Hamilton, Canada.
Rose oil and black sesame vaginal pessary for PID and vaginal infections
How to make the rose and sesame vaginal pessary mixture.
Understanding the pelvic floor
The pelvic floor is critical for supporting pelvic organs, keeping us going to the toilet effectively, and enjoying sex.
How fertile is precum?
The pull-out method has been used successfully for all of humankind, but why does it work for some people and not for others? We explain.
What happens to your vagina when you give birth
Here we outline all the things that may affect your vagina and vulva when you give birth vaginally, from contractions to the effect on vaginal tissue.
How your gut bacteria affect estrogen levels
The relationship between your gut bacteria and oestrogen is crucial for hormonal balance, affecting everything from vaginal health to bone density.
Tissue laxity in the labia and vagina
The saggy labia and loose vagina have one main cause: stretched or damaged collagen fibres. Repairing this can be challenging, but with advances in physiotherapy and surgical techniques, and technology, you do have options.
Got a new boyfriend and BV? How to explain it
We take you through a few tips on how to talk to a new guy about your vagina problems without destroying your self-esteem.
Getting your tubes tied – female sterilisation – tubal ligation
Getting your tubes tied is now much more like getting your tubes clipped, but the result is the same: the egg cannot meet the sperm to create a pregnancy. This is called tubal ligation and female sterilisation.