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Safety and continued use of the levonorgestrel intrauterine system ...

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vaginal thrush treatment :: Article Creator What Is Candidiasis? There are many kinds of fungi that live in the human body. One type is called candida. It's a type of yeast that normally lives in small amounts in places such as your mouth, belly, or on your skin. Usually, it doesn't cause any problems. But when the environment is right, the yeast can multiply and grow out of control. The infection it causes is called candidiasis, which has several different types. Most can be easily treated with over-the-counter or prescription medications. Oral thrush is most common in newborns, older people, and people with compromised immune systems. (Photo credit: iStock/Getty Images) Candida is the most common fungus that infects people. But there are different types, or species, of candida. Candida species are closely related to each other but not the same. The full list of candida species that can infect people is long. But nine time...

Pink Discharge: 11 Common Causes and What it could mean

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clindamycin bv oral :: Article Creator Clindamycin And Cost: What You Need To Know Clindamycin is a generic prescription drug that's used to treat certain bacterial infections. Clindamycin's cost may depend on factors such as your dosage, whether you have health insurance, and the pharmacy you use. Clindamycin is used in adults and certain children to treat acne and certain bacterial infections, including infections of the: Clindamycin comes in several forms, including: topical forms that you apply to your skin: foam, gel, swab, and lotion oral forms that you swallow: capsule and liquid solution forms that are applied to or inserted in the vagina: vaginal cream and vaginal suppository a liquid solution that's given as an intravenous (IV) infusion* or injection into a muscle The drug is also available as the brand-name drugs Cleocin, Clinda-Derm, Cleocin-T, Clindagel, Clindesse, and Xaciato. For more details on Clind...

Screening and characterization of vaginal fluid donations for vaginal ...

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uterus infection cream :: Article Creator Vaginal Rejuvenation Procedures: Successful Or Pointless? Medically reviewed by Peter Weiss, MD "Vaginal rejuvenation" is an umbrella term—often used in marketing—to refer to various surgical and nonsurgical treatments that change the aesthetics (look, function, or feel) of the female genitalia. While there is some overlap with medically necessary procedures, vaginal rejuvenation is typically an elective cosmetic procedure. This article reviews nonsurgical and surgical vaginal rejuvenation, why someone might consider these procedures, their effectiveness, estimated cost, potential side effects, and types of healthcare providers who perform these procedures. Mindful Media / Getty Images What's Meant by Vaginal Rejuvenation? Marketing professionals may broadly use the term "vaginal rejuvenation" to include procedures that address medical issues in the vaginal area. This i...

Bacterial vaginosis: Symptoms, treatments, causes, and prevention

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can swimming cause bv :: Article Creator Itchy Vagina Before Period: Causes, Remedies, And Treatments We include products we think are useful for our readers. If you buy through links on this page, we may earn a small commission Here's our process. Medical News Today only shows you brands and products that we stand behind. Our team thoroughly researches and evaluates the recommendations we make on our site. To establish that the product manufacturers addressed safety and efficacy standards, we: Evaluate ingredients and composition: Do they have the potential to cause harm? Fact-check all health claims: Do they align with the current body of scientific evidence? Assess the brand: Does it operate with integrity and adhere to industry best practices? We do the research so you can find trusted products for your health and wellness. Was this helpful? Vaginal itching before menstruation can have various causes. Th...

Vaginal burning: 10 causes and treatments

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what is bv caused from :: Article Creator Health Matters: Bacterial Vaginosis Isn't A STD. Here's Why You Shouldn't Believe Everything You Read On Social Media We tapped an obstetrician-gynecologist to understand what Bacterial Vaginosis is, what to do if you have it, and how to treat it. Social media can be an interesting place. Most use social media platforms to connect with friends and family; others leverage them to expand their businesses. However, some folks log onto X (formerly known as Twitter) to spread misinformation. On October 1st, a user on the platform tweeted to her 56,600 followers that bacterial vaginosis is an STD, which caused an uproar. As a result, the users' followers and onlookers commented on the post with various responses rooted in confusion and anger. Some women users, however, asked what BV was, which concerned me as knowing about vaginal health, especially as a woman is important. Despite ...