Something else? Ask Aunt Vadge – bottom left of your screen!Understanding Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) testing for the urogenital tract
We explain what next-generation sequencing DNA tests are, and how they are used for the vaginal microbiome.
My Story: Period undies gave me bad vag
One of our naturopaths has a bad experience with period undies - they gave her BV after just one day of wearing. Sigh.
Aunt Vadge: itch and irritation after infections cleared
Cleared your BV but still itchy and irritated with clumpy white discharge and all tests negative? It's likely cytolytic vaginosis - the opposite of BV.
Aunt Vadge: I feel like I need to pee 24/7
Feel like you need to pee 24/7 but only a few drops come out? It's the classic sign of a UTI or urethral inflammation. What to do, and the red flags to watch.
Aunt Vadge: BV for 20 years…. help!
BV for 20 years that won't clear, especially after a hysterectomy? It's very often not BV at all. The clues your gynaecologist may be missing, and what to ask for.
Ozonated oils for skin and vaginal complaints
We discuss the use of ozonated oils for vulvovaginal complaints and skin problems, including safety, research, and usability.
Study: Treating cervical infections and dysplasia with high-dose vitamin D
Researchers look into using vaginal vitamin D ovules for post-medical-treatment of chronic cervical infections and abnormal cell growth.
What is a vaginal pH testing glove?
The vaginal pH testing glove is a novel way to test vaginal pH. While not widely available, the idea was to provide an easy way to test for BV and other vaginal infections quickly and easily.
How to test vaginal pH at home
How to accurately test your vaginal pH at home with a video.
Obesity and BV
Obesity is known to be a chronic inflammatory state, with fat tissue being an immunologically active organ. That's right - we said organ!
Aunt Vadge: I think I have my first yeast infection
First yeast infection after antibiotics? It's a harmless yeast bloom - super common and very treatable. The holistic steps that work, with boric acid safety rules.
Aunt Vadge: strange vulvar itch for six weeks
Vulvar itch for weeks that no antifungal touches and cultures are negative? It's probably not an infection at all - it's dermatitis, and your treatments may be feeding it.
Aunt Vadge: is my copper IUD giving me BV?
Recurrent BV ever since your copper IUD went in? You're right to suspect it - the IUD harbours a BV biofilm antibiotics can't reach. How to fix it and keep your IUD.
How to use apple cider vinegar to treat BV and yeast
Apple cider vinegar is an old favourite for BV, but does it work? There isn't much research into ACV for vaginas, but we found some on microbes in general.
Evidence for using apple cider vinegar (ACV) as an antimicrobial and antifungal
We examine the evidence regarding apple cider vinegar as an antimicrobial, specifically as it relates to vaginal use for BV and other microflora imbalances.
Understanding and treating vaginal lactobacillosis (VL) (leptothrix vaginalis)
Lactobacillosis is characterised by vaginal colonisation and overgrowth of longer than usual lactobacilli, causing unpleasant symptoms.
BV and ovarian cancer – is there a link?
Can an unhealthy vaginal microbiome contribute to or cause ovarian cancer? Researchers look into it.
Aunt Vadge: dry vagina, possible EBV, nobody can help me – help!
Extreme vaginal dryness and painful sex in your 70s? The likely driver is menopausal atrophy, not EBV - and there are real natural moisture avenues to explore.