Breastfeeding
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Due to reduced estrogen level during breastfeeding, the vaginal lining becomes atrophic and the resistance to infection reduces. Thus, BV is a common result. Below are the suggested products: For the first 12 days: 1 pack of NeuEve Silver (6 suppositories). Use 1 suppository every other day. ht...
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Hello, I am 32 and 5 weeks postpartum with symptoms of BV. I was treated with a 7-day course of clindamycin vaginal cream, but the symptoms returned two days after finishing. I then used boric acid suppositories for 7 days, and although my symptoms improved midway through, they returned a couple ...
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I am 41 and breastfeeding. I have recurrent BV. Which product is right for me?
I am 41 and breastfeeding. I was diagnosed with BV for the 1st time in August. I didn't want to take the antibiotics prescribed and thought a natural route would work. I got prebiotic, garlic supplements, and boric acid suppositories. None of which worked. I went to the doctor again and she said ... -
After weaning, the vaginal atrophy will gradually recover when your estrogen level returns to normal. It happens slowly, not overnight. As a result, your vaginal dryness and painful sex may become less severe with time. You can gradually reduce the NeuEve Gold application frequency, like using ...
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I'm Breastfeeding and Experiencing Painful Intercourse. Which Product is Right for Me?
During breastfeeding, the hormone prolactin increases while estrogen decreases. This reduction in estrogen can lead to vaginal atrophy, resulting in dryness and painful sex. While estrogen cream or suppositories can help relieve vaginal atrophy, they come with potential side effects. Many breastf...