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I have recurrent utis herpes and i am on the depo-provera shot birth control which seems to cause my vagina to be dry. what should i do?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Replens : Try replens vaginsl moisturizer. The underlying problem is likely antibiotic use from frequent UTI s. Our office is close to you and we would be happy to help.

Answered 3/17/2015

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