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If i insert a garlic clove in my vagina can that help get rid of my infection?

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

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Myths: No. Not in any way. This would not help.

Answered 1/5/2019

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A member asked:

If i insert a garlic clove in my vagina can that help get rid of my infection?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Killian answered

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