Franklin S. asked
I recently started a high dosage of tretinoin 1% for ingrown hairs around my bikini area and vagina. The skin is now peeling, inflamed, and raw. How do I alleviate this and should I continue using it on unaffected areas like my inner thighs? Also, should I delay my wax appointment and how long will it take to heal? Can I still partake in sexual activity and oral sex? Is it normal for the skin to peel off, and can I use antibacterial soap to wash up?
May 7th, 2023
Matthew W. answered
The symptoms you're experiencing are likely due to the high dose of tretinoin. Here are the steps to...
May 7th, 2023
Create an account to view answers and interact with the community!
I have been experiencing postpartum bleeding for 13 weeks, which has stopped and started, including a period where it went away for over a week but has returned. I am breastfeeding and have had an emergency c-section. I have seen a doctor twice, with tests and an ultrasound showing no issues. The bleeding is light in the morning, becoming heavier and brighter red as the day progresses. I have been prescribed the mini pill, but the second doctor suggested stopping it due to potential contribution to the bleeding. Is it safe to take the mini pill, and can I take it while breastfeeding? Also, why is it unadvisable to use tampons during this bleeding?
October 31st, 2024
I was diagnosed with HSV-1 in October. My initial herpes sore has still not healed, and I have been STD tested multiple times since then with everything coming back as negative except HSV. Is this normal to have a sore last this long?
August 8th, 2023
My wife and I are separated. She's in labor now, and I'm not allowed to be in the delivery room or the family waiting room. I have a feeling they plan on disallowing me more. Her mom was at the front desk and asked for the FAFS? and the front desk woman said autofax? Autovax? Does any of that sound like something you've heard of?
June 17th, 2023
I'm Kavya, 31 years old and 6 weeks pregnant. On July 23rd, I had a transvaginal ultrasound and found out I was 5 weeks and 6 days pregnant. On July 25th, I had sex with my partner. From July 26th night, I started having lower abdomen pain and vaginal bleeding. Is anything wrong with my pregnancy?
August 14th, 2023
I have left side pain lower down close to my vagina area. The pain started 2 days ago and is constant. It is dull and stabbing. I am 32 years old, have food allergies and IBS, and took a laxative this morning which didn't work. I am currently on my period, not on birth control, and have not had sexual encounters for over a year. I also have slight discomfort with urination, feeling pressure where urine doesn't come out fast enough.
July 3rd, 2023
