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A member asked:

I have been having recurrent bv and yeast infractions for the past 11months. the meds don't fix it. id like to try boric acid, is it safe?

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BV: Bv and recurrent candidiasis (yeast) can be repeatedly passed back to you by your sexual partner. While being treated for these your partner should be applying appropriate antibiotic and antifungal creams to his penis and you should be treated through one menstrual period. Try this first, but yes, boric acid is safe.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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