Not too long ago, I found myself staring at a little strip from an at-home vaginal pH test, wondering what the colors really meant. I’d been feeling “off” for a few days, and while I’ve learned to listen to my body, those tiny color squares made me realize that understanding vaginal pH is not as…
Okay, let’s be real—long-haul flights can be a total mess for your body, but if you’re someone who deals with BV (bacterial vaginosis), those 10+ hours in recycled air and airplane bathrooms can be more than just uncomfortable. I’ve been there. A red-eye to Europe, tight jeans, a window seat, and no escape. Let’s just…
If you’ve ever noticed your BV symptoms flaring up around your period, you’re not alone. I’ve had this happen more times than I’d like to admit—thinking I was finally in the clear, only for that all-too-familiar discomfort and odor to return right after my cycle started. So the question stands: can menstrual blood make BV…
Okay, so let me just start by saying—if you’ve ever dealt with bacterial vaginosis (BV), you know it’s not just some random “mild imbalance.” It’s disruptive. It throws your whole day off. And if you’re anything like I was, the number one question that sticks with you even after treatment is: does BV mess with…
If you’ve ever had that uncomfortable feeling “down there” and suspected something was off, you’re not alone. The first time I dealt with BV, I was honestly confused—and I thought it would just go away on its own. Spoiler alert: it didn’t. But here’s the thing that really shook me—I later learned that bacterial vaginosis…
Let’s be honest — dealing with BV is already uncomfortable enough. But the moment your treatment ends, another question pops up: “Okay, now how long should I wait before having sex again?” Trust me, I’ve been there. I remember thinking, “If I feel fine, why wait?” But turns out, there’s a little more to it…
Let me tell you, I’ve been there. That uncomfortable, nagging sensation you just can’t ignore. You think it might be a yeast infection or maybe just a random irritation, but when things start to feel off—like really off—it’s often something more persistent. Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) is notorious for being sneaky. You might have heard about…
Ever noticed how your body feels completely off after a long day without enough water? It’s not just your skin or your energy levels that take a hit. Let’s talk about something most people shy away from—how dehydration can actually affect vaginal odor. Yep, I learned this the hard way during a summer hike, where…
Okay, let’s talk about something that’s been buzzing around in women’s health forums lately—vaginal detox pearls. You’ve probably seen those little herbal balls making waves on social media, promising to “detox” your intimate area, flush out toxins, and magically fix issues like bacterial vaginosis (BV). I remember the first time a friend casually asked me,…