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[Tiredlady]

Hi Everyone,

I have both Ovestin and e-string. I haven't used Ovestin because the applicator scares me. Plus how do you get the e-string up there, and out again any suggestions or experiences please? Thank you xx

[CLKD]

What's to worry about the applicator?  My advice would be not to push it too far into the vagina initially.  If necessary, squeeze the amount onto a tampon or finger rather than the plastic applicator.  I have no problems. 

'ovestin' needs using every night for at least 2-3 weeks. 

No advice about e-string.

[Tiredlady]

Thanks CLKD! Its just so rigid and the doctor said push it right up and because its rigid I was worried about it. Great suggestion re using a tampon! Thank you x

[CLKD]

What do Doctors know   

If the vagina is tight or tender, trust your instinct.  Little and often. MayB a small amount mid afternoon and again in the evening for 3 nights, which will soften the walls of the vagina.  Then try a little further in ...... the idea being to replace any oestrogen lost to plump up the tissues.  Good Luck!

[Tiredlady]

Thanks so much xx

[Joaniepat]

Hi Everyone,

I have both Ovestin and e-string. I haven't used Ovestin because the applicator scares me. Plus how do you get the e-string up there, and out again any suggestions or experiences please? Thank you xx

You don't have to use the applicator, you can insert it with a (clean) finger.
To insert the Estring, just squeeze the sides together and shove it up. Best to use some moisturiser or lube first for ease of insertion. There are instructions on the leaflet that comes with it.
JP x

[CLKD]

Is that like a Dutch Cap then ?

[Joaniepat]

Is that like a Dutch Cap then ?

Dunno, never used one!
JP x

[Tiredlady]

Thanks JP that’s very encouraging! I’m such a wimp I keep looking at both thinking I must use them I need to sort myself out!! xx

[Flossieteacake]

I put sylk lube on the ovestin applicator to help insert it. You may want to insert ovestin lying down and take some deep breaths. That is what I do.

[Tiredlady]

Thanks that’s a great idea too! x

[Mrs Bennet]

Hi Tiredlady ……. I used Estring for a bit
found out it wasn’t for me but you must give it a go very easy to insert ( I was scared to start with and kept looking at the box 🙄)……very similar to a cap CLKD
those were the days 🤣🤣
I also use Ovestin along with Vagifem ….
You will get a handle on this and get the relief you deserve 😘

[CLKD]

Get a good grip on the e-string or it will flip across the room as my Dutch cap often did  . 

[Tiredlady]

Thanks x I’m still trying to get the courage to try the Ovestin then I will try the estring I just need to get the courage. And yes I will try and hold onto it!! 😂

[CLKD]

The longer you leave trying 'ovestin' the longer it will take to ease symptoms.   

Get a little on your finger and insert gently.  What's to lose?