Does anyone find that having a big flare, and/or being on Prednisone seems to coincide/be followed by bacterial vaginosis or a yeast infection?
Yes, I started drinking Apple Cidar Vinegar twice a day and have gotten it under control. Google Apple Cidar Vinegar "with live mother," It manages your alkaline levels and yeast which cause these type of things. I tried every med my Dr. Gave me and nothing helped so I looked to holistic remedies and this works very well for me.
Yes, it is a vicious circle. Prednisone kills friendly bacteria and yeast flourishes, so you get an infection, then your immune system comes in full on to fight the infection, bust as we know, our immune systems don't only fight infection, they also attack us, so you get a flare. All you can do is try to keep the yeast expansion to a minimum. It thrives on sugar, so cut down on all refined sugars and carbs.
Just use what ever soap works best for you. For me Dove sensitive is the only one I can use. And I can only use Scotts toilet tissue and only Kleenex brand Kleenex. You have to find what works for you. Also only wash my clothes in Free soap. Like Tide Fee for sensitive skin. Oatmeal soap does not work for me and corn starch is definetly out bcause I am allergic to corn and corn products. So it is trial and error. Good Luck!
Awesome.. I am drinking apple cider vinegar my husband makes warm cider vinegar, honey mixes for a cold.. I use it with baking soda where I put a small amount of it with vinegar when it foams I drink the foam you have to stir to make it bubble more. helps with indigestion.
Definitely trial and error and no single remedy for all of us, for anything!! I guess it's try, try and try again!! Also, something that works today may not work tomorrow,or we can develop an intolerance at any moment to anything. Lupus keeps us on our toes I guess! Actually, I'll write about that in the BEFRIENDING THE WOLF facebook page. Have any of you checked it out? I would love feedback on it!