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I get frequent vaginal infections affirm always shows bv and yeast. happening 1-2 times a mo. doc says just keep coming back and testing but its getting costly. any alternatives? oddly probiotic made my constipation worse?

Q: i get frequent vaginal infections affirm always shows bv and yeast. happening 1-2 times a mo. doc says just keep coming back and testing but its getting costly. any alternatives? oddly probiotic made my constipation worse?

: These problems can be controlled or prevented. Ask for referral to a gyn who specializes in genital infections, Such specialists are most frequently available in major urban areas or medical centers. Good luck.

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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These problems can be controlled or prevented. Ask for referral to a gyn who specializes in genital infections, Such specialists are most frequently available in major urban areas or medical centers. Good luck.

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Answered 7/25/2021

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A member asked:

I get frequent vaginal infections affirm always shows bv and yeast. happening 1-2 times a mo. doc says just keep coming back and testing but its getting costly. any alternatives? oddly probiotic made my constipation worse?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

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