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Possible Infections
Asked by A.C. from Austin
on August 12, 2009
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What are the possible infections or irritations a 4 year old child can get from not wiping her vaginal area after going pee.
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- Urine itself is sterile, it is the vagina which is covered in bacteria, so once the urine touches the vagina it becomes contaminated. Truthfully, as long as she is get...
- It is possible to develop a bladder infection and even a kidney infection if the bladder infection goes unnoticed or untreated. I would think that it would be more li...
- A big rash for one. Constant itching, odor, just like any woman would get when she doesn't wipe. I'm not aware of any infections internally but I know externally, can ...
Poison Ivy
Asked by S.S. from Cleveland
on July 30, 2009
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One of my three year olds came in contact with poison ivy Tuesday, and by yesterday when we took her to the ped, she had it all over her face and pretty much there is ...
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- Burts Bee's Poison Ivy soap is AMAZING!!!!!!!!!! get some and use it often until she's better! baking soda paste is also great-- just mix it with water and rub it on.
- Your poor little punkin! I just had poison ivy for the first time in my life. I bought benadryl spray to relieve the itching, and it was a lifesaver. It stopped the...
- Try making a paste with baking soda and water, apply it to the itchy areas, it will flake off and get powder all over the place but REALLY helps with the itching. I a...
Looking for Women Who Have Had This Type of Problem........
Asked by T.G. from Philadelphia
on April 4, 2007
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Hi, this is my first time asking a ? on here so here goes. I am 24 weeks pregnant with my second child and I have been having some irritation down below. I got a yeast...
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- Hi T. i would havee yourself and your husband treated at the same time yoy may just be passing it back and forth, mens signs of having it arent the same as ours. we te...
- Hey there! You should really get checked out by your OB. Yeast infections don't usually clear up without treatment, and untreated can lead to other infections, dangero...
- Hi, All the advice I have is, I am prego with my fourth,, all were boys but one, and I had a yeast infection the entire pregnancy (4-5mos till delivery) with my gir...
Bikini Area....Red Bumps After Shaving Within 24 Hrs of Shaving - HELP!
Asked by L.J. from Seattle
on March 17, 2008
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I am 36 years old and I have a question I am hoping to get some help with!
For the past oooh....maybe 6 years or so......I shave my legs....and within 24 hours my bik...
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- Personally, I feel your pain and unlike some women...the idea of waxing TERRIFIES me. Nothing should be ripped from that area of my body. Therefore I shave, takes two ...
- The best thing that I have found to do is get a bikini wax.... you might be red/bumpy right after but it will get better and last far longer. Or what I do now (can't ...
- Wax wax wax...not that painful...especially not compared to the bump effect... Or, I have friends who swear by the shaving gel sold a passion parties...I have a fri...
Personal Grooming
Asked by V.J. from Phoenix
on September 11, 2008
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This is a little embarrassing to ask, but I was wondering if anyone might be willing to share any tips, suggestions, or information about waxing. I have never had one,...
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- Okay might sound a little oooey, but I don't like pain at all, and shaving is to much work, so I tried Nair--it really works. Don't have to worry about it getting insi...
- i dont know n e thing about waxing since i heard it was painful but i shave about every 4 or 5 days lots of shaving cream hot water and a very good shaver and i dont h...
- Hi ladies and V., I sent this reply to V. - sent it private - but after reading other responses I felt I should be brave and post what I really said. :) Also added ...
Bumps/burning
Asked by W.B. from St. Joseph
on February 8, 2008
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This is an embarrassing question. I never had hemorroids when I was pregnant with my son, but I may have them now. I got very tender and after trying some oitment, t...
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- It's possible you may have the HPV virus which can sometimes lead to the presence of genital warts. By age fifty 80% of women have the virus and from what I understan...
- This sounds like a yeast infection. Check out WebMD.com. They are a wealth of information. Also, definetly see your doctor. The other thing I wondered is that since ...
- Hi W., Do you have blisters? It sounds to me like genital herpes. It is better that you go to your OB/Gyn. Keep that area very clean, dry and, wear cotton underwea...
Irritation
Asked by M.P. from Lubbock
on April 6, 2009
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Ok I hope you ladies can help me! This is a bit embarrassing but want to know if anyone else experiences this. I have major skin irritation on the ladies department. I...
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- This will sound nuts, but I promise it is true. It could be a systemic reaction to something that is not even in that area. Mine was fake acrylic finger nails. It w...
- You can get organic disposable pads and tampons at Whole Foods, Market Street, etc. When you are irritated use witch hazel on a cotton ball, so soothing plus it stops...
- Sounds like you are alergic to the ingredients in some menstral pads and some material. I would try different brands on the menstral pads, and as for undergarments, a ...
Redness Irritation on the "Sunflower"
Asked by B.C. from Tampa
on June 19, 2008
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Hello Moms!!! Today I have noticed some redness irritation on my daughter's "Sunflower" This is very strange because I change her diapers on regular basis, however she...
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- I'm not sure, but here are some ideas. One, if she's most exposed to irritants in her single overnight diaper, maybe do her bath in the morning? Fine a place where a...
- Hi B., I have a daughter that is 5, but has always had very sensitive skin, especially when during her first couple of years. she was constantly getting redness or...
- Hi, B.. OK. I'm not sure what the sunflower is - I'm assuming it's part of her vaginal area. I also am not familiar with Mustela products so I'm feeling quite cluele...
Seeking Proven Eczema Solution for 6 Month Old
Asked by N.S. from Washington DC
on June 30, 2009
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My 6 month old daughter has developed a terrible case of eczema over her arms, legs, trunk, and face. She is usually in good spirits, but scratches all day. I have t...
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- Olive oil on the body worked for one child. Eucerine cream worked for another child. I've alternated between the Eucerine cream and petroleum jelly (both unscented)....
- I think you need to see an allergist to determine if your daughter has an allergy to milk.. the nutramigen is still milk - it is just broken down to make it more easil...
- Both my children(now 8 &5) have eczema which started as babies. They both turn out also to have food allergies/sensitivites and asthma! My suggestion would be to keep ...
Any Clever Ideas?
Asked by M.C. from Milwaukee
on June 2, 2009
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We have a nineteen month old daughter. Recently we have not been able to keep her diaper on her. She takes it off every chance she gets. We keep onesies on her to try ...
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- My son did the same thing around this age. I ALWAYS put him in a sleep sack for bed and nap time, as he figured out the zippers I found some that zip in the back, I t...
- Like someone else mentioned, I would try a leotard (like what ballerinas wear) or a one-piece bathing suit. You could also try putting on a regular diaper (not a pull...
- I had the same thing happen. I used duct tape at nap and night time so keep the diaper on. Or I have heard putting the diaper on backwards works good.
