Question 1

can i use dettol antiseptic for vaginal wash?

Accepted Answer

Use of  this type of: Product could alter vaginal ph or alter flora.

Question 2

could using an antiseptic wipe on the outside of vagina right before having a internal vaginal culture swab done cause a false negative for certain bacteria?

Accepted Answer

: no

Question 3

what is the best home remedy to get rid of a vaginal burning sensation that is caused by dettol antiseptic liquid?

Accepted Answer

: Never use that and any alcohol based product in the genital area. Keep area clean with soap and water and apply OTC cortisone ointment and it should heal.

Question 4

is the antiseptic benzethonium chloride found is most  vaginal powders harmful to vagina or reproductive organs?

Accepted Answer

Should be safe: If the powder is formulated to be  a vaginal powder, it has a safe concentration of the substance.  Now, with the caveat that anyone can be allergic to anything, overall benzethonium chloride is a very safe topical antiseptic.  If you develop an irritant dermatitis, then just stop the use.

Question 5

suffering from vaginal yeast infection.  does washing the genital area with dettol antiseptic help reduce the itching?

Accepted Answer

No: No it won't, but treatment of the underlying intra-vaginal  yeast infection will ultimately resolve the issue.

Question 6

can i use dettol antiseptic cream on my vagina inner labia cut?? pls help! i just dont want it to sting when i wash my bottom or pee

Accepted Answer

Here are some ...: You may use it and see for next 3-5 days. Meanwhile, refrain from any further chemical and physical stimulation to whole genital area (of course, no sex &amp; masturbation!) for 7-10 days and see. If not getting better as expected or worsening, see Doc right away to ensure no UTI and/or STD-related vaginitis.

Question 7

what if you put antiseptic like dettol in your bathing water and use the water to wash you vagina, will it be infectous?

Accepted Answer

I would be concerned: That dettol liquid antiseptic /disinfectant could cause irritation and change vaginal ph.

Question 8

are medications used to treat vaginal pain?

Accepted Answer

Vaginal pain: Yes, various medications are used to treat vaginal pain.  If you are having pain, you should see your doctor for a check up to determine the cause of your pain, and give you appropriate treatment.

Question 9

what is the best medication to use for vaginal discharge?

Accepted Answer

Have a work up first: There are so many causes of discharge, it is hard to say. Before you treat it, you should have a thorough exam and history. That way you are treating exactly what the problem is and it will be more effective.

Question 10

my vaginal walls feels tighter after taking several doses of oxybutnin to correct an overactive bladder. why? before starting this medication it felt very loose?

Accepted Answer

: In some people it can cause vaginal dryness and make the vagina 'feel' tighter. If it persists let your prescriber know for there are other meds available to treat overactive bladder

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Can i use dettol antiseptic for vaginal wash?

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Could using an antiseptic wipe on the outside of vagina right before having a internal vaginal culture swab done cause a false negative for certain bacteria?

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What is the best home remedy to get rid of a vaginal burning sensation that is caused by dettol antiseptic liquid?

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Is the antiseptic benzethonium chloride found is most vaginal powders harmful to vagina or reproductive organs?

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Suffering from vaginal yeast infection. does washing the genital area with dettol antiseptic help reduce the itching?

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Can i use dettol antiseptic cream on my vagina inner labia cut?? pls help! i just dont want it to sting when i wash my bottom or pee

A member asked:

What if you put antiseptic like dettol in your bathing water and use the water to wash you vagina, will it be infectous?

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Are medications used to treat vaginal pain?

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What is the best medication to use for vaginal discharge?

A member asked:

My vaginal walls feels tighter after taking several doses of oxybutnin to correct an overactive bladder. why? before starting this medication it felt very loose?

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