Question 1

frequent yeast infections on skin. how can i prevent? are feminine deodorant sprays safe/helpful? okay to use under breasts? vaginal/thigh area?

Accepted Answer

Use topicals: Use topical medications designed for this.  Feminine sprays won't do the trick.  Should use Nystatin powder or cream or an equivalent - ask your pharmacist.

Question 2

is it safe to use feminine part's deodorant like summer's eve ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Those are tested, have been around for years, and generally believed to be safe. Of course nothing is 100%.

Question 3

is a deodorant stick or spray more effective?

Accepted Answer

You left out: My favorite: roll on gels. These products are chosen for their pleasant aroma, and you pick what you like. There is not clear "top choice" in my estimate.

Question 4

could spray on deodorant be affecting/irritating my lichen planus?

Accepted Answer

Don't rule it out: Most antiperspirants contain aluminum. This can enter your body through pores. It can also be inhaled when you spray. If you have oral lichen planus i think it merits a look. Also your axillary lymph node is located directly in your armpit.  Aluminum  may make cause a localized or systemic reaction. For this reason I have personally switched to an aluminum free deodorant.

Question 5

which is better, a "spray" anti-perspirant deodorant or a "roll" anti-perspirant? and why? what's the best brand? i use dove & nivea currently. ok?

Accepted Answer

Personal preference: There is no single best one for everyone, no matter what the manufacturers & advertisers want you to believe. Use what you like. Experiment if you want.

Question 6

this is my third uti.  i read articles stating it could be related to menopause, sprays and deodorants , and other factors.  should i be concerned?

uti

Accepted Answer

Yes: if you have more than 3 UTI's in a 6 month period I would get it worked up. If a urologist is not available, then labs, urine analysis and a CT scan are a bare minimum. There are all kinds of things other than menopause that can cause repeat UTI's

Question 7

for what reasons should you ask a dr before using spray on deodorant if you have kidney disease?

Accepted Answer

Aluminium, kidney : Many deodorants contain aluminium as one of the main ingredients. Aluminium is excreted by the kidney. If there is kidney failure, aluminium levels can increase  in the blood.High aluminium levels can cause anemia, nerve pain and symptoms like dementia.If one has kidney damage, they must consult the physician before they start any medicine or natural products like herbal medicines.

Question 8

my pcp recomended i use moisturizer for my dry skin. i hate the greasy feeling. i don't even use sunblock or bug spray and only spray on deodorant.?

Accepted Answer

Eucerin: Eucerin is a good choice for people who can't stand normal greasy feeling moisturizers.

Question 9

w/ gel deodorant my sweat bleaches clothes. it melts shoe polymers/glue. have hyperhidrosis, shoes stink after a month, sprays don't work. what to do?

Accepted Answer

Alternate: Alternate shoes so they have a day to completely dry out. You can still use spray ifyou have to.

Question 10

im experiencing excessive sweating and a very strong odor from my genital region. i change my clothes twice a day, shower once or twice daily and also have bought a deodorant spray and wipes to try to block the odor. is there anything a doc can do?

Accepted Answer

Hyperhidrosis: There’s a condition called hyperhidrosis their medications that can treat it orally topical treatments like Drysol and also Botox injections. Generally a dermatologist would do this.

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Frequent yeast infections on skin. how can i prevent? are feminine deodorant sprays safe/helpful? okay to use under breasts? vaginal/thigh area?

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Is it safe to use feminine part's deodorant like summer's eve ?

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Is a deodorant stick or spray more effective?

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Could spray on deodorant be affecting/irritating my lichen planus?

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Which is better, a "spray" anti-perspirant deodorant or a "roll" anti-perspirant? and why? what's the best brand? i use dove & nivea currently. ok?

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This is my third uti. i read articles stating it could be related to menopause, sprays and deodorants , and other factors. should i be concerned? uti

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For what reasons should you ask a dr before using spray on deodorant if you have kidney disease?

A member asked:

My pcp recomended i use moisturizer for my dry skin. i hate the greasy feeling. i don't even use sunblock or bug spray and only spray on deodorant.?

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W/ gel deodorant my sweat bleaches clothes. it melts shoe polymers/glue. have hyperhidrosis, shoes stink after a month, sprays don't work. what to do?

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Im experiencing excessive sweating and a very strong odor from my genital region. i change my clothes twice a day, shower once or twice daily and also have bought a deodorant spray and wipes to try to block the odor. is there anything a doc can do?

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