Infection from pessary

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I just came home from the doctor's office.
I'm so frustrated by the fact that I now have an pelvic infection from the pessary that I was wearing for 5 days. The odor was the biggest clue. It was quite painful when the doctor removed that thing. The now it's history!
My 64 year-old body has been doing pretty well until the past two years. The pelvic prolapse includes mild prolapse of the rectum, and medium prolapse of the bladder and the uterus.
Meanwhile, I've been prescribed METRONIDAZOL 500 mg, for 7 days. I'm supposed to start the meds tonight and the best advice was take after eating. The side effects are not encouraging.
So. Is there anything I can do to heal my vagina? The pessary wasn't comfortable, it caused constipation (something I don't normally contend with), I started leaking, and the frustration of these symptoms brought on a mood of depression for the past 4 days. I'm a wimp when it comes to pain. I've tried to do the right things to take care of myself, but this issue is not cool!
I just wondered if anyone has had a similar experience or can offer alternative solutions.
The doctor also said I should seriously consider surgery within the next several years.
Oh, boy. I don't think so.
I do apologize for my complaining to everyone who has been suffering for many years.
I'm grateful for finding this website as I prefer nature's path to healing.

I quite understand your frustration but u have come to the right place for help. There is much info here and videos too. I am 66 and have been so frustrated with prolapse which I blame myself for,however the info we need is hard to find but it is here! Surgery has proved of little long term help and can be positively harmful , from experiences shared here . Once surgery is done it cannot be undone! Christines answer is based on correct posture and does work really well although takes time and practice to have effect,it has saved me. The infection u have is the first thing to deal with and someone will advize u better than me. I can only say that a pessary is not helpful as it forces openings where there should not be any! I use alittle raw organic honey twice a day directly ,high into the vagina and this creates the right flora for healthy environment there,amazing really! Also I use coconut oil for any infections and it is very healing. I would not know if those tips would get rid of your current infection , u made need something stronger initially.Keep away from any perfumes,soaps, bath additives etc . Have a healthy diet and eat live yoghurt or similar. Be kind to yourself and try to walk a good bit every day.Read all u can on this site and look in the store section. Good luck,u can live happily with the prolapse , there is a lot of support here! Sending hugs ((( )))

Hi Irishpiano,

I agree with everhopeful that it is best to treat vaginal infections naturally. I also highly recommend the inexpensive lecture video, The Miraculous Self-Healing Vagina, which is chock-full of information on this very subject, including info on metronidazole.

It infuriates me that these antibiotics continue to be prescribed, which create a lot of harm and do nothing to restore true health to the body.

Wishing you well,

Christine

Thank you for the hugs and encouragement. Today I feel a bit more determined to improve my health through this website and new friends. I walked through the store (for exercise) and stock up on more probiotics.
I avoid the fragrance soaps, etc., and I've taken a few salt baths to help remove the nasty odor. It's working. Before the pessary episode I was using a honey product to help with dryness. Your comments help me know I'm headed in the right direction.
Thank you so much for your support. I look forward to encouraging others someday.

Thank you for that suggestion of the video. I fell asleep last night with the serious consideration of a consultation with you. I am writing down questions first. I will order the video tonight.
Also. I feel I should possibly write a review of the doctor I saw. I hope to turn my negative experience into a positive for others by sharing this website.

Hello
I tried the pessary about 5 different times, it was helping me at first, then I started getting infections.
I went to the dr, and got treated, then in a foe days I would get another infection , so this went on for about a year. Then I decided to take it out and see what happened . sure enough the infection went away and I have not had another one in the last 6 months.so I got into this program , now I take long walks everyday. and I breath through the belly. I was surprised that my prolapse got much better.
Thank God ,I got ride of that pessary.