I’m a swim teacher – will the BV treatment still work if I’m in water all day?
We discuss the impact of water submersion on the treatment.
H. pylori and bacterial vaginosis
We discuss why H. pylori infections - and their medical treatments - can result in BV.
Can I take antibiotics at the same time as the BV treatment?
We discuss taking antibiotics during your treatment.
Can I leave out any of the essential oils?
The treatment is best with all the oils, but we discuss why.
Darier disease
Darier disease is a skin condition whereby wart-like growths appear all over the body, with the vulva and vagina frequently involved. The spots are often yellow and hard, can be greasy, and may smell strong.
Cervical cancer
We take a closer look at cervical cancer, the reasons why it may crop up (HPV), and what we treat cervical cancer with. There are varying degrees of cervical cancer, which are each treated differently, like all cancers.
Fresh milk kefir grains vs dried milk kefir grains
Dried milk kefir grains aren't very useful for our purposes - fresh is the way to go.
Home-made milk kefir vs store-bought milk kefir
We do not recommend using store-bought milk kefir when treating the vagina. Here's why.
Does female ejaculate fluid contribute to BV?
She wants to know if her own ejaculate fluid is just as disruptive in alkalinity as a man's in the vagina during BV treatments.
Eating for PCOS quick guide
Not sure what to eat? Print this handy chart and keep it nearby.
Review: Estrace vaginal oestrogen cream
A quick overview of Estrace vaginal cream for atrophic vaginitis.
Can I use Estrace cream and the tampon treatment at the same time?
A reader wants to know how to use Estrace cream with the treatment.
If my oil treatment burns, but it goes away, should I stop or keep going?
What to do if you experience burning with your treatment, but it goes away.
Review: Physioflor L. crispatus probiotic for vaginal odour, irritation and itch
Physioflor is a vaginal probiotic containing the strain Lactobacillus crispatus, which can be difficult to find in regular women's probiotics.
CLINICAL TRIAL CLOSED: BV treatment
BV trial now taking participants in San Francisco.
Treating BV during pregnancy (Killing BV)
If you're pregnant, we've got recommendations for Killing BV treatments that are baby-friendly.
When to worry about your cervix
What is your gynaecologist really looking for when they look at your cervix?
Cockscomb cervix anatomical abnormality
A cockscomb cervix is an anatomical abnormality whereby the cervix appears with large ridges or folds of fibrous tissue that resembles a rooster's comb.
Latex allergy and condom allergy
Latex allergy affects millions of people globally, with our increasing use of latex in gloves, condoms, and many other everyday items. Condom allergy will manifest itself quite soon after contact, with swelling, itching, soreness, hives and other signs of irritation, which can be mild or severe.
Adnexal or ovarian torsion
A twisted ovary is a very painful medical emergency, where the blood supply to the ovary and/or fallopian tube is cut off, causing death of ovarian tissue.