Posts by Sophia White8

And just so you know, they also have some really solid Nystatin vaginal suppositories from Jenapharm available over in Germany and Austria. You can usually get those ordered through a local pharmacy, maybe one near downtown Chicago if you're looking for something similar.

http://www.jameda.de/medikamente/fra...fchen/5700788/

Or perhaps the Nystatin Lederle ovules might work too.

http://www.medipreis.de/preisverglei...o.-KG-03626473

restlessbadger2 said:What’s the name of that cream again? Is it also nystatin, or does it have some different chemical makeup?

The cream is actually just called nystatin cream. It's made by Pfizer. You might want to pick up some vaginal applicators separately, though, because they don't seem to include them in the box.

http://www.centar-zdravlja.net/proiz...liva-mast-184/

restlessbadger2 said:...she mentions that the last resort for treatment would be Amphotericin B and Nystatin. I seem to recall my doctor mentioning that Nystatin isn't really available here in the States anymore, and I haven't heard of anyone being put on Amphotericin B either. I suppose those two drugs are meant for systemic candidiasis, and I guess hospitals probably keep them 🤷

Nystatin vaginal suppositories aren't available here, which is true, but there are creams you can use with an applicator for vaginal insertion. Besides that, you might be able to order the Nystatin suppositories through that specialty pharmacy near downtown since they carry them in Europe, and I think they have them in Canada too.

Maria Newman14 said:I tried using Evra patches, but they just didn't work for me. Around the third week, one of them started peeling off, which caused some spotting. The instructions say if a patch loses its seal, you should start a new pack and a new cycle immediately 😕 so, that’s exactly what I did. Essentially, I was supposed to skip a period. But a week into this new cycle, I started bleeding again. I took the patch off right away and decided I was done with them entirely. To be specific, I removed it early in the second cycle following the initial issue where the first patch peeled. That bleeding felt just like a period. It’s been a month since then, and I still haven't had a regular period now that I've stopped all contraception.

Is it possible I messed up my cycle by switching patches mid-stream, or should I just go buy a pregnancy test? 😢

Of course your cycle is off, because the patch didn't stay on for the full duration it was supposed to. I suppose you could compare this to someone taking birth control pills but stopping after 10 days instead of the usual 21. It disrupts everything because your body isn't getting the hormone dose it expects, while at the same time, you've interrupted the natural hormonal rhythm. The bleeding you experienced probably wasn't a real period—it was likely just withdrawal bleeding. Ideally, you should have checked in with a gynecologist before stopping, as they might have prescribed a full cycle of pills to stabilize things. Since you've already stopped, maybe you just need to wait for your body to realize what happened and restart its own hormone production. In theory, you might be waiting up to six weeks for your next period, though I guess it varies from person to person. Or, you could see a doctor now, and they might suggest a single cycle of pills to get things back on track. This is all assuming you aren't pregnant, of course. I really hope you're using backup protection, because you aren't protected anymore now that the patches are gone.

Maria Green55 said:hey girls... I've got this stinging, itching, and way too much sour discharge going on. It feels like everything is hitting at once -.- please give me some advice before I head to my OBGYN, or maybe just comfort me? anything helps, but this is honestly driving me crazy 😢(

To me, those symptoms sound like a classic yeast infection. Maybe try picking up some Monistat at a CVS.

mistyheron702 said:I couldn't find any other threads about this, so I was wondering if anyone has dealt with something similar.
So, my period came on time, but the flow was way lighter than usual. It was almost like I only had a decent amount on the second day, then it was pretty light on the third, and by the fourth, there was basically nothing left. I haven't been under a ton of stress lately, and I'm not on some strict diet or anything like that... I guess I'm just wondering, could pregnancy be the cause?

Pregnancy is definitely a possibility. Maybe just take a test.

I tried using those Albertsons vaginal wipes because of a small lesion. That little thing was causing this increased alkaline discharge, which then triggered constant infections. They definitely helped me at first, though maybe just temporarily. I actually went about six months without any issues, but then everything just came right back. I guess a more permanent fix would be cryotherapy—you know, freezing it—or cauterization to burn the lesion away. Since I'm dealing with that exact same issue, I’m actually scheduled to go in for cauterization in about two weeks or so.

What does anesthesia actually look like for a 3-year-old having their third set of tonsils removed?

George Newman11 said:Sometimes my discharge looks greenish, but it’s mostly yellowish. It only gets almost transparent during ovulation. Otherwise, the "mucus" is a textbook example of how consistency should change throughout a cycle—you can clearly see the phases, from when there's plenty to the day it's practically gone. Usually, it stays yellowish; at least that's how it looks on my underwear, and it darkens slightly once it dries. Every single period has been regular, and my doctor says everything is fine—every time. She tells us we're all different and that what I'm experiencing might be normal since it's been my baseline since I was thirteen...

The scents shift too. Often it’s an undefined but pleasant smell, yet quite frequently it can get unpleasant... again, the same answer from the doctor.

Of course, hygiene is on point. I have soap, but I rarely use it—just washing with warm water.

So, now... 🙂

Green discharge isn't normal. Not ever, regardless of where you are in your cycle.

Jerry Bailey47 said:At the Department of Justice office in Seattle, they actually have "INVALIDS AND PREGNANT WOMEN HAVE PRIORITY" printed in all caps in four different spots. 🙂 I was out running errands the other day—finally.

Well, at the Department of Justice headquarters in Washington, D.C., that isn't the case. It just says DISABLED CITIZENS HAVE PRIORITY. I checked myself about two months ago...

Peter Adams58 said:Sorry to ask, but does it actually say pregnant women get priority?
If it's written down, then fine, let's go for it. I mean, if someone can wave a disability card while standing better than I can, then I guess I can wave my pregnancy status too. Believe me, I'm not ashamed. 🙂

Of course it doesn't say that... nowhere. Not anymore. It's basically just limited to hospitals now. These days, it's really just stickers—only people with disabilities get priority.

I was just a day and a half away from giving birth when I found myself standing in line at the local VA hospital. It wasn't that anyone pushed past me or anything, but honestly, nobody went out of their way to let me through either. I ended up having to ask a security guard if there was any way I could get a chair, because it seemed like absolutely no one even thought to get up from those lounge chairs to make room. It was pretty unsettling, I guess.
The worst part, though, had to be the women in their 50s and 60s. You’d think they’d have more empathy, since they're basically grandmothers to everyone else's little ones...

Maria Peterson35 said:hey everyone 😁
I figured I wouldn't start a whole new thread and would just drop my question here instead. It felt like the right spot, I guess.

So, here's the thing. I usually stick to Always pads and they've always worked fine for me. They're my go-to. But at the start of my period last week—Friday, I think—I tried some different, thicker Always pads for two days. Well, everything got irritated. I have this sort of rash now. It spread out quite a bit, and it was actually stinging while I was walking those two days, though it feels okay now. The problem is, it isn't going away or fading from my skin. It's turned this dark red color and looks pretty terrible, honestly.
How can I fix this? What kind of cream should I be using?

I just thought this was the best place to ask. 🙂

It's easy enough if the rash is just an allergic reaction to certain pads. But, I suppose if you want the actual right treatment, you really should see a doctor for a checkup. It could be a yeast infection or maybe even a bacterial issue. The specific cream and treatment will depend on what's actually causing the irritation...

Hannah Booth30 said:this whole situation feels pretty weird to me right now. :|

I got my first period when I was 13 (I'm 21 now)... actually, it was right on my 13th birthday 😬
I don't really remember how regular it was at the very start, but I know that for the last two or three years, it was pretty irregular—maybe once every three months or so—and then it finally stabilized and became steady.
And now, this one came a little early... my last one ended around January 2nd or 3rd, but this one started on January 22nd.

It just happened, and I wasn't even ready for it. 🙄 It felt so strange, I was just totally caught off guard 😁
And I should probably mention that it ended quickly, like it barely lasted three days (usually they go for about six days, where the 6th or 7th day is basically nothing)... plus, I didn't have any cramps at all this time.

Strange..

Well, since you're 21, maybe it would be a good idea to talk this over with your OB-GYN? Most things can be regulated, and it might be important for you down the road if you ever decide to get pregnant. In any case, a cycle that comes in less than 21 days isn't exactly standard, so it probably warrants a detailed ultrasound exam with a doctor. Also, just as a heads up, the cycle is usually counted from the first day of bleeding, not from when it ends... so, I guess you should probably see a doctor soon after the bleeding stops...

placidtinker9 said:Hey,

So, this is about my girlfriend. Usually, her cycle is pretty predictable—she gets her period somewhere between the 12th and the 15th of the month. But about three months ago, things got weird. She had her period on the 15th, which lasted five days, and then just 11 days later, she started bleeding again (that also lasted five days), so it was around the 2nd of the next month. After that, her next one came after another 30 days, right back to the 2nd of the month.

I guess I'm wondering how normal it is for something like this to happen?

thanks

Well, when something like this happens, you really should just go see an OB-GYN for an exam and an ultrasound. You shouldn't be looking for a diagnosis from someone who isn't a doctor. If she actually had a full period only 11 days after the last one, then maybe she should really head to a clinic ASAP...

It’s honestly pretty wild to me how some people can just double down on being completely wrong and stay stuck in their own ignorance. 🤦

placidlynx26 said:Are you forgetting that sperm cells resulting from damage to the urethra can actually migrate toward the area in front of the vulva? It’s almost like they act just like bacteria, I guess. Maybe. 🙂

I guess you could say you’re in serious need of a proper sex education course.

placidlynx26 said:No, no, and no again... I don't want anyone to get the wrong idea about me, but I know from some pretty reliable sources that urinating and rinsing can actually lower the chances of conception.
I mentioned right at the start that there's a 99% chance his girlfriend isn't pregnant, and I still think that's true, but I guess there's always a risk out there!

*Just a quick correction on the bolded part: the OP noted that the semen was near the labia majora, which are part of the female reproductive system... though I suppose that doesn't really change the core issue here 😁 this is just me being a bit pedantic, I guess. :P

What kind of "reliable sources" are we talking about here to justify such absolute nonsense? This sounds like stuff you'd tell a toddler; it has nothing to do with reality. Honestly, half the comments here are just pointless... I really hope decent sexual education finally becomes a standard part of the school curriculum!

Amy Long6 said:I was just wondering—can oral thrush actually settle in the mouth or on the tongue, and would a standard throat swab pick up its presence? My doctor mentioned that if it's showing up on my tongue, it means it's present in my throat too, too. I guess I'm just trying to wrap my head around how that works. 🤷

If you have oral thrush, a doctor should be able to spot it during a standard, honest physical exam. Honestly, even in tiny amounts, fungi are easiest to catch through a microscopic exam. If you go in for an oral and throat swab, they’ll likely find them—not just from the raw results, but because a microscopic smear analysis is pretty much always part of the process anyway.

I mean, if you ask me, there’s a much higher chance you're dealing with something like chlamydia, mycoplasma, or ureaplasma rather than the CDC...