Gentian violet – penis (Killing BV)
An alternative (arguably easier) treatment strategy for men to remove penile biofilms that contribute to BV.
Treating BV using gentian violet (Killing BV)
We explain in gory detail how to use gentian violet to treat bacterial vaginosis.
Using gentian violet vaginally for vulvovaginal infections
Gentian violet can be used as a treatment for some vaginal infections with great effect, particularly those caused by gram-positive bacteria and yeasts. Very messy, but a great old-school gynaecologist antimicrobial.
Review: Betadine Vaginal (Povidone-Iodine)
Betadine - povidone-iodine - is an effective antimicrobial treatment for vaginal infections, but only certain types. A microbe must be susceptible, and not be hiding in a biofilm.
Candida glabrata
Candida glabrata infections are quite common, with the yeast an emerging vaginal pathogen. We discuss this type of yeast and how to treat it effectively.
Treating a yeast infection with no money
If you can't afford expensive probiotics and tests, there are a couple of very cheap tricks to solving yeast infections.
Killing BV while breastfeeding
Killing BV while breastfeeding - what to know and how to go about your treatments safely.
Dealing with yeast biofilms
Recurrent yeast infections may have their root in a biofilm in your intestine. Learn how to fix it.
Vaginal treatments using povidone-iodine (Betadine) douche or liquid
An overview of the use of povidone-iodine (Betadine) vaginally for use in vaginal infections, including bacterial vaginosis, yeast infections and aerobic vaginitis. You need to check the microbe sensitivity, however, before using Betadine douche, since some microbes are resistant.
Vitamin D and bacterial vaginosis (BV)
Vitamin D supplementation can help women who have asymptomatic BV, but it has no effect on those with recurrent BV.
Pregnancy categorisations in the USA, Australia, and Germany
Here we detail pregnancy categories in the USA, Australia and Germany. These pregnancy categorisations vary across different jurisdictions.
Drinking alcohol and taking antibiotics – what’s the deal?
Understanding why some antibiotics may interact badly when you drink with them.
Understanding clinical trials
Overview of clinical trials.
Understanding antibiotics
Here we go through the main groups of antibiotics and how they work. Different antibiotics work in different ways, and when treating vulvovaginal or pelvic infections, it's important to understand resistances and proper use.
How to fill your own 600mg boric acid capsules at home
You can inexpensively fill your own vegetable caps with boric acid at home.
Where can I buy boric acid from?
Woman Seeking Boric Acid.
Losing weight with PCOS
Weight loss with PCOS can be a nightmare, but there are some solid, science-backed strategies that work.
Managing insulin resistance in PCOS
Understanding the role of insulin in PCOS and how to manage it to help regulate the impact of PCOS.
Antibiotic treatment of men with partners with BV – do they work?
We examine the evidence regarding the effect of antibiotic treatment of male sexual partners of women with BV.
I’m having light spotting from the BV treatment – is this normal?
How to manage any spotting that appears during the first few days of your Killing BV treatment.