Menopause Matters Forum
Menopause Discussion => All things menopause => Topic started by: Stellajane on June 20, 2016, 03:08:13 PM
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I decided to try Vagifem again simply as a precautionary measure to keep the lady parts in good condition now that I've lowered my dosage of Oestrogel. Last time I used it, it seemed to cause soreness. This time I feel ok inside but the discharge is unpleasant - I feel as though I'm leaking wallpaper paste - clear but sticky - yuk! Is this a regular side effect? I'm wondering if its just that I don't really need the local oestrogen.
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That isn't 'within normal limits' …… maybe get your GP/Practice Nurse to do a vaginal swab?
Vagifem etc. when used correctly should be totally absorbed in the vagina which is why use when in bed is recommended.
What symptoms did you have, I felt like there were razor blades up there :o
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when I first started using it the next morning I would feel a little irritated with a burning sensation when I sat down say for a couple of hours then I would lose a very small amount of clear gel and the irritation stopped. Now I barely notice any of this.
I never had any discharge as such though so def get swabbed in case of infection.
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I get white marks every so often but just assume it is residue from the fillers in the pessaries that builds up?
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I would much rather have sticky knickers that a sore, dry burning fanny ::)
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If you're currently doing the 14 day loading, it might well settle down once you're on the usual weekly dose. Personally I'd rather sticky pants than ouchy bits (currently having a blip so I am saying that with feeling).
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I use Savlon or Vaseline if the outer lips become dry ;-)