Too many yeast infections. Better BC?
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Too many yeast infections. Better BC?
| Tue, 08-03-2004 - 4:24pm |
I've been on the nuva ring for the past year and I really like how easy it is to use, but I've been plagued with constant yeast infections. I use to take ortho-novum 777 and I had yeast infections with that as well but not as much with the ring. I was wondering if theres a better option. I don't want to go back on the pill because remebering its a pain. I was considering the patch. Any imput would be great. I'm looking at my options before I go to the doctor.

Have you tried making any changes to your diet? I know someone who can control her yeast infections by watching what she's eating (low/no sugar, alcohol, etc.) because she can't by any other means. cl-cinderkitty from the Gynecology board http://messageboards.ivillage.com/iv-bhgynconcern has a good deal of experience with yeast infections, she may be able to help as well.
If it is the hormones, have you considered birth control that isn't hormonal? IUD's and cervical caps and diaphragms come to mind first, some doctors are more difficult to work with regarding these methods.
Here are lots of links to articles about yeast infections: http://www.ivillage.com/topics/health/0,,166053,00.html
Good luck, I hope you can find a solution!
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