Could pelvic burning be a sign of cancer? Dec 10, 2008
Most commonly would be a vaginal yeast infection, but also common is burning due to bacterial bladder or vaginal infections. Some skin blistering associated with cold viruses or more serious viruses such as herpes can cause bleeding in the genitalia. (CNN -- Health)
Experimental Vaginal Gel Doesn't Ward off HIV Dec 6, 2008
The women, who were followed for up to two years, visited a clinic every three months to have tests for HIV infection and pregnancy, pelvic examinations, risk reduction counseling, and treatment for curable sexually transmitted diseases and vaginal infections. The rate of HIV infection among women using Carraguard was 3. (MEDLINEplus)
Watch Out: Food and Drugs That Just Don't Mix Nov 24, 2008
For instance, metronidazole, an active ingredient used to treat vaginal infections in women, strictly prohibits the use of alcohol. Frohna says mixing alcohol with metronidazole can leave patients suddenly and violently ill: "Vomiting, headaches, and their blood pressure may become quite low.". (W-USA News, DC)
Toni Weschler's Taking Charge Of Yo... Nov 21, 2008
How the Fertility Awareness Method can help detect reproductive health problems such as vaginal infections, cervical anomalies, and breast lumps. Media Bonuses in Taking Charge of Your Fertility. (Suite101.com)
Honing In On New Strategy To Treat Common Infection Oct 29, 2008
8, 1997) A new study has uncovered the genetic wiring diagram underlying the infectiousness of Candida albicans, a fungus that causes thrush in babies, vaginal infections in women, and life-threatening. . (Science Daily)
How STDs Increase The Risk Of Becoming Infected With HIV Sep 8, 2008
g., genital herpes, gonorrhea, syphilis, and chlamydia) and women with yeast and bacterial vaginal infections have an increased risk of becoming infected with HIV if exposed to the virus through sexual contact. See also. (Science Daily)
Vaccine Cures Dangerous Yeast Infections in Mice Aug 28, 2008
CHICAGO (Reuters) - A vaccine helped mice fight off a life-threatening type of yeast infection, U.S. researchers said on Monday in a finding that holds promise for preventing this severe condition as well as vaginal infections. The yeast Candida albicans normally lives in the mouth, gastrointestinal tract and vagina without causing trouble but antibiotics or other drugs can cause an overgrowth. (MEDLINEplus)
Virulence Factor That Induces Fatal Candida Infection Identified Jul 22, 2008
8, 1997) A new study has uncovered the genetic wiring diagram underlying the infectiousness of Candida albicans, a fungus that causes thrush in babies, vaginal infections in women, and life-threatening. (July 26, 2000) In a discovery that opens the door to understanding--and designing drugs to treat--virulence in infectious yeast, University of Minnesota scientists have found a way to induce the yeast, Candida. (Science Daily)
Africa:Cultural Double Standards Undercut HIV/Aids Fight Jun 15, 2008
The U.S. National Institutes of Health has commimssioned major research on the male parts of what are simply referred to as "Hygiene." What would most help women is reseach on the effectiveness of post-sex washing vis-a-vis vaginal infections including HIV infection. In addition to empowering women a focus on post-sex washing to prevent various genital infections. (allAfrica.com)
'Good Bacteria' In Women Give Clues For Slowing HIV Transmission Feb 9, 2008
Physicians tracked the level of HIV virus in the vagina as well as infection by common sexually transmitted diseases like trichomoniasis, gonorrhea and chlamydia, and other more common types of vaginal infections. Physicians also monitored the levels of beneficial bacteria known as Lactobacillus in the vagina, as well as hydrogen peroxide, which is produced by the bacteria and hinders the virus. (Science Daily)
Surprising research results at AIDS conference Feb 5, 2008
The research raised hopes that circumcision might convey some protection to female partners of HIV-infected men, because circumcised men have fewer genital and urinary tract infections, and it was assumed that the women might have fewer vaginal infections as well ... Unexpectedly, the study found similar rates of vaginal infections among women, whether or not their partners were circumcised, and a slightly increased risk for HIV if their infected partners were circumcised. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Maker of sponges made famous by ’Seinfeld’ files for bankruptcy Dec 20, 2007
Synova also makes products that detect menopause and vaginal infections. Daily American Discussions. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Am I normal? Tough gynecology questions Oct 3, 2007
A: Getting recurrent vaginal infections on a regular basis is NOT normal ... Other causes for recurrent vaginal infections include, but aren't limited to. (MSNBC -- Health)
Sponge Hoarders Delight: Today Sponge Back Aug 3, 2007
But the OB-GYN and medical director of Clarian North Medical Center in Carmel said it may not be the right choice for all women, including those who have trouble with vaginal infections or have a lot of sensitivity to chemicals. But for women like Harris, it's the perfect solution. (Click2Houston, TX)
Bristol, Glaxo diabetes drugs test new concept Jun 25, 2007
Two patients had hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar and two patients developed vaginal infections, he said. "It's just something for us to keep our eye on," he said. (Scientific American)
Cervicitis And Infertility Apr 24, 2007
If you already suffer from recurrent thrush or cystitis or other vaginal infections, you may be at increased risk of having cervicitis. How Do I Know I've Got It. (Suite101.com)
Bacteria has a healthful, creamy side Apr 10, 2007
There's also evidence that they help prevent recurrence of bladder cancer as well as urinary tract and vaginal infections. Some friendly bacteria treat pouchitis, a painful inflammation that can occur after the colon is removed because of ulcerative colitis. (Orlando Sentinel -- News)
The Truth About Our High Infant-Mortality Rate Mar 19, 2007
Take prevention: Of numerous strategies, an inexhaustive list includes enhanced prenatal care, improved maternal nutrition, treatment of vaginal infections, better maternal dental care, monitors to detect early labor, bed rest, better hydration, and programs for smoking cessation. But, as well described in in the New England Journal of Medicine by researchers at the University of Alabama, none of these strategies has had a substantial impact on the risk of preterm birth in clinical trials. (Slate)
'Friendly' bacteria add health benefits to some foods Feb 28, 2007
There's also evidence that they may help prevent recurrence of bladder cancer as well as urinary tract and vaginal infections. Some friendly bacteria treat pouchitis, a painful inflammation that can occur after the colon is removed because of ulcerative colitis. (Las Vegas Review-Journal -- Life)
Tiny babies face big risks Jan 31, 2007
30-day news archives. "Race to birth Such decisions underscore a key process involved in all premature births, said Dr. Julio Vallette Jr., the medical director of Holmes' neonatal intensive-care unit -- how long to keep a baby inside the womb before there is a need "to intervene to protect the baby or the mom, or both. (Florida Today)
Common parasitic infection leads to increased risk for HIV infection Jan 26, 2007
As a next step, McClelland suggested that "comprehensive strategies for reducing vaginal infections and addressing potentially harmful intravaginal practices such as douching, washing, or placing traditional substances in the vagina should be developed and evaluated in clinical trials as possible female-controlled HIV prevention interventions.". . (EurekAlert!)
* World News Quick Take Jan 13, 2007
Worldwide, there are an estimated 170 million new cases of "trich" a year, most of them vaginal infections, which often are accompanied by other sexually transmitted infections. United States Pandas closed for mating The Memphis Zoo closed its panda exhibit for 72 hours beginning Thursday to give two giant pandas -- Ya Ya and Le Le -- some privacy to try to mate. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
