Guest guest Posted June 3, 2008 Report Share Posted June 3, 2008 These tips are from Dr. Libby who is a Dermatologist down in Charlotte, NC who treats Vulvar pain patients. These irritants are not causing your symptoms, but they could be making them worse. As a woman with a history of vulvar symptoms, you should follow these guidelines to prevent flares -- even when you are feeling well. After your symptoms are under control, you can restart any habits that are important to you... ~Wash the vulva no more than once a day, using water only; do not use a washcloth but only soft fingertips. ~Avoid soap, douches, powders, over the counter medications (especially Vagisil) on this area. ~If any topical medications produce burning, stop using them and call your provider. ~Do not use panty liners, especially the brand "Always." ~With periods, use tampons rather than pads if possible. ~Prevent constipation by adding fiber to your diet; an easy solution is one or two large helpings of a very high fiber cereal such as All Bran or All Bran Extra, with large amounts of fluid. If necessary, use a psyllium product such as Metamucil with several large glasses of fluid daily. ~Apply ice, frozen peas or a frozen blue gel pack (lunch box size) wrapped in a hand towel to relieve burning. But, be careful not to overdo, since frostbite is a real possibility. ~Use a lubricant with sexual activity. Women with vaginal symptoms tend to be dry. (isn't that the truth, Chelle) Astroglide, Slippery Stuff, or vegetable oil (not K-Y) are good choices for a lubricant. (I personally like Femglide (note: Femglide is no longer available, but Slippery Stuff (blue label is the same thing). Some women perfer Emu Oil, Coconut Oil, Olive Oil, and even Crisco (yes! Crisco;) ~Chelle) ~Try applying A LOT of topical anesthetic (Xylocaine, lidocaine - NOT vagisil) 30 minutes before sexual activity if sexual activity is painful for you. ~Contraceptive creams or spermicides, and latex condoms can be irritating. ._,_.___ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 3, 2008 Report Share Posted June 3, 2008 Hi, I'd like to point out that Astroglide contains " Glycerine " , which is a form of SUGAR. I would be very careful about putting SUGAR in my vagina. p.s. I use Slippery Stuff with no problems. > > > > > ~Use a lubricant with sexual activity. Women with vaginal symptoms tend to be dry. (isn't that the truth, Chelle) Astroglide, Slippery Stuff, or vegetable oil (not K-Y) are good choices for a lubricant. (I personally like Femglide (note: Femglide is no longer available, but Slippery Stuff (blue label is the same thing). Some women perfer Emu Oil, Coconut Oil, Olive Oil, and even Crisco (yes! Crisco;) ~Chelle) > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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