It’s something no one really wants to talk about, but many of us think about: can you actually catch BV from a toilet seat or by sharing towels? I remember wondering the same thing years ago, after a particularly confusing doctor’s appointment that left me with more questions than answers. If you’ve ever hesitated to…
If you’ve ever had a yeast infection, you know how uncomfortable — and frankly, annoying — it can be. I remember this one weekend trip with my friends where I started noticing itching and discomfort that just wouldn’t quit. I brushed it off as nothing serious. Spoiler: it wasn’t just a yeast infection. Things got…
After going through a full round of treatment for Bacterial Vaginosis (BV), whether it was antibiotics or natural remedies, I couldn’t help but wonder—how do I actually rebuild the good bacteria down there? I remember looking at my bathroom counter, filled with probiotics, supplements, yogurt tubs, and vaginal health teas, asking myself if any of…
So, let’s talk about something that doesn’t usually pop up at brunch but probably should — hydration and your vaginal health. I know, not your usual water-cooler conversation, but hear me out. A few years ago, I went through this frustrating phase of recurrent bacterial vaginosis (BV), and no matter what I tried — probiotics,…
So, here’s something that caught me off guard a while back — I had no idea that *dehydration* could play any kind of role in vaginal health, let alone something as frustrating as bacterial vaginosis (BV). But after my third episode of BV in just a few months, I started digging. The patterns didn’t add…
So, here’s the deal—if you’ve ever had bacterial vaginosis (BV), you know how frustrating it can be. The discomfort, the weird odor, the confusion—it’s enough to make anyone want to pull their hair out. But what really got me scratching my head was the whole “do you need to treat your partner for BV?” thing….
Bacterial Vaginosis, or BV as many women know it, has a way of showing up uninvited—often at the worst possible time. I still remember the first time I experienced it. The odor was off, the discharge didn’t feel normal, and I was scrambling for answers. If you’re wondering, can over-the-counter medicine cure BV?, you’re not…
It’s not exactly first-date conversation material, but if you’ve ever dealt with Bacterial Vaginosis (BV), you know how much it can mess with your confidence—and your sex life. I remember sitting on the edge of my bed, trying to explain to my partner why I just didn’t feel “into it.” There was no visible illness,…
Ever slipped into your favorite pair of tight jeans only to wonder if they’re doing more harm than good down there? I’ve been there too—turns out, there’s more to this than just comfort. The question, can you get BV from tight clothing?, comes up more than you’d think. And while it might not be a…