Ever since my early twenties, I’ve been a little obsessive about intimate hygiene. After a single bout of bacterial vaginosis (BV) during college, I promised myself I’d never shrug off simple daily habits again. Over the years, chatting with girlfriends, midwives, and reading more medical papers than I’d like to admit, I’ve built a routine…
When I first heard that hormone changes could influence vaginal health, I didn’t think much of it. It wasn’t until a friend opened up about recurring bacterial vaginosis (BV) during perimenopause that I started digging deeper. One surprising factor that kept popping up in research? Low estrogen levels. While BV is commonly tied to changes…
When I first heard someone ask whether oral probiotics could replace vaginal ones for BV, I’ll admit, I raised an eyebrow. Years ago, I dealt with a frustrating cycle of bacterial vaginosis that seemed to come and go as it pleased. After countless doctor visits, antibiotic courses, and Google rabbit holes, I learned more about…
Ever wondered if the odd stains on your underwear could be linked to something like bacterial vaginosis (BV)? I’ve been there. At first, I thought it was just one of those things—laundry mishaps, sweat, or perhaps my choice of underwear fabric. But after a few too many “what the heck is this?” moments, I realized…
