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Noticing weird conditions on the skin can be very off-putting.  And it’s worse it appears in the last place on earth they’re expected — the vagina.  Today, we're shedding light on a rarely discussed subject: skin conditions of the vagina.  We’ll talk about how to spot and treat them… and also how to avoid getting them in the first place.  Add this information to your arsenal and gain even more control over your intimate health. Lichen Sclerosus: Not Just a Rash Source: Wikimedia Commons Lichen Sclerosus is known by its thin, white patches or red “toughs” on the skin.  It’s...

A quick Google search might bring up some concerns about the safety of boric acid suppositories.  For example, you might discover that it’s used to make insecticides.  But that’s not the whole story. Boric acid’s amazing antibacterial properties is used in medicine to treat all kinds of infections. And we’ll discuss that in today’s article.  While swallowing a boric acid suppository might be potentially dangerous, inserting one into the vaginal is generally safe.  And in today’s article, we’ll cover boric acid’s toxicity… how to safely use it… its effectiveness against vaginal infections…  and why it is highly recommended by reputable...

Antibiotics are one of the greatest discoveries of modern science.  But overuse or misuse of antibiotics is also deadly.  It can lead to health issues like antibiotic toxicity. And worse still, it can also cause nasty side-effects like yeast infections.  How do you protect yourself?  By practicing what doctors call antibiotic stewardship. Types of Antibiotics: Broad-Spectrum Vs. Narrow-Spectrum There are two types of antibiotics.  Broad-spectrum and  Narrow-spectrum.  Broad-spectrum antibiotics are used to combat a wide range of bacteria.1 Why? Because they attack disease-causing bacteria en masse.  Some examples include tetracyclines and quinolones. And they are often prescribed for diseases like...

Health researchers are rediscovering a natural remedy from Native America. This little-known herb has amazing soothing properties that helps the body heal itself from within.  More doctors are  now recommending Slippery Elm supplements to their patients… as more studies confirm its benefits for vaginal and digestive health.  What is Slippery Elm? How does it work? And what should you expect when you try it?  Let’s explore that in today’s article.  What is Slippery Elm?  Slippery Elm is a therapeutic tree that is native to eastern North America. And its use as a remedy goes back thousands of years.  American tribes...

The vagina usually leaves clues when an infection is about to happen.  Sometimes your natural odor becomes more intense … other times it’ll change your pH… and in some cases it will release abnormal discharge.  And if you’re able to catch on quickly, you can easily get things under control.  Vaginal issues are usually easier to treat in the early stages… before they become full-blown.  That’s why today we’ll look at the early warning signs of common vaginal infections… and the simple steps you can take to stop it in its tracks. Let's dive in! BV (Bacterial Vaginosis) tip offs:...