The relationship between AV and CV
Learn why AV and CV can switch after treatment with antibiotics, and what to do about the underlying issue.
The impacts of birth control and pregnancy on vaginal pH
Got symptoms and are using birth control? We examine common forms of birth control and their impact on vaginal infections and pH.
The microbiome of the penis, semen and male reproductive tract
The penile microbiome is being examined for its role in fertility, infections and interactions with the vaginal microbiome.
You asked: why or why not boric acid for BV?
A guy wrote to us with questions about his girlfriend's BV and how to solve it, regarding why we don't recommended boric acid.
Bacteria that love lactulose
Discover how lactulose impacts vaginal health, its role in promoting lactobacilli, and when its use might worsen infections.
Iron levels and vaginal symptoms
Here is a quick guide to checking in on your iron levels to see if it has anything to do with your vaginal symptoms.
How to get a comprehensive vaginal, urinary and semen microbiome test
Get accurate testing based on your needs via thorough vaginal and urinary microbiome testing.
New ideas on treating cytolytic vaginosis
Here we go through some new treatment ideas for CV, especially in cases where baking soda doesn't work.
Kirkman’s Biofilm Defense
If you can't use Serralase, you can switch it out for Kirkman's Biofilm Defense. Here are the instructions.
Get a full PCR test
Struggling to find PCR testing? We've now got a source! Log in for details.
How to test vaginal pH at home
How to accurately test your vaginal pH at home with a video.
Apple cider vinegar recommendations (Killing BV)
Here we detail the exact treatment schedule if you are using apple cider vinegar as a Killing BV treatment.
Gelatin or vegetable capsules for vaginal use?
We did an experiment to show the difference between vegetable capsules and gelatin capsules for vaginal treatments
Video: how to put lactulose liquid into size 000 or 00 vegetable capsules
Learn how to fill up your vegie capsules with lactulose liquid, guided by the beautiful hands of our very own PCOS-specialist naturopath, Josephine Cabrall.
Does your BV cause itching or soreness? Try the herbal blend
If your BV or AV causes itching or soreness, our new pessary product can take care of your vaginal irritation, as well as the BV or AV problem.
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.
Having trouble convincing your guy that he’s part of the BV puzzle?
We help guide you through what to do with a man who is finding it difficult to accept his part in the BV problem, and is refusing to educate himself or treat himself.
Match bacteria to most effective BV treatment here
Know what bacteria you have in your vagina? Match the treatment to the bacteria for better results!
Microbes that gentian violet is effective (and ineffective) against
Look over the list of bacteria that gentian violet will be effective against to make sure your bacterial vaginosis bacteria is on the list. If it's not, you'll need to check the support section for the comparison chart of treatment options.
BV – you also probably have it in your mouths
If you have BV in your vagina or on your penis, you may have the same bacteria in your mouth, causing or contributing to periodontal disease and being transferred to your sexual (or kissing!) partners.
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