Hi Ladies,
I've been diagnoised with VV this past summer of 09 and IC as well. Something that has helped me deal with the pain associated with these conditons are calcium carbonate, acidiophilus (or yogurt), pain medication, nerve medication, yoga, hydrochloride cream (anti-itch over the counter cream), hydrocortisone cream (over the counter), and other natural supplements as well like aloe vera. I do not take BC because it makes me sick. I do however use DESSERT VALLEY aloe vera personal lubricant gel for when I am intimate. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT. If it wasn't for this lube I probably wouldn't be able to have sex. Its so gentle and it sooths at the same time, so if it's irritated it really helps. I think having VV you have to know your limitations, know what works for you and what doesnt, talking about it with your partner, having an understanding partner, experimenting ALOT, and using alot of lube! I think alot of us feel discouraged at times, but I think the key thing to remember is to NEVER GIVE UP, there is hope, and TO ALWAYS HAVE AN OPTIMISTIC OUTLOOK, and be greatful and thankful for what we do have instead of what we lack. :) BE STRONG LADIES! LOVE, HOPE, AND HAPPINESS..A~
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Hi Ladies,
December 28, 2009 - 12:28pmI've been diagnoised with VV this past summer of 09 and IC as well. Something that has helped me deal with the pain associated with these conditons are calcium carbonate, acidiophilus (or yogurt), pain medication, nerve medication, yoga, hydrochloride cream (anti-itch over the counter cream), hydrocortisone cream (over the counter), and other natural supplements as well like aloe vera. I do not take BC because it makes me sick. I do however use DESSERT VALLEY aloe vera personal lubricant gel for when I am intimate. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT. If it wasn't for this lube I probably wouldn't be able to have sex. Its so gentle and it sooths at the same time, so if it's irritated it really helps. I think having VV you have to know your limitations, know what works for you and what doesnt, talking about it with your partner, having an understanding partner, experimenting ALOT, and using alot of lube! I think alot of us feel discouraged at times, but I think the key thing to remember is to NEVER GIVE UP, there is hope, and TO ALWAYS HAVE AN OPTIMISTIC OUTLOOK, and be greatful and thankful for what we do have instead of what we lack. :) BE STRONG LADIES! LOVE, HOPE, AND HAPPINESS..A~
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