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Antibiotics and probiotics

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sandra01720
sandra01720

I have an infected finger that's really stubborn in clearing. Just had it lanced a second time and he's extending my antibiotics. I'm concerned about the yeast issue in light of LS. How many probiotics should I take a day?

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  • Jessicat
    Jessicat sandra01720

    Posted

    I'm not sure what probiotics you're taking but one a day should be enough, I know you can buy probiotics that contain different amounts of flora, so maybe try and find one that contains a lot. You could also try some natural yoghurt, the ones without any sugar, that will also boost your gut flora. 
    • Morrell1951
      Morrell1951 sandra01720

      Posted

      A couple of spoons of kefir contains more live probiotic bacteria than yogurt. I'm also eating a small serving of naturally fermented sauerkraut daily. This has completely transformed my digestion – it's digestion that antoibiotics mess up. No harm in taking probiotic tablets while on antibiotics, but this element of my diet is for keeps. An ounce of prevention...
  • sandra01720
    sandra01720

    Posted

    I'm humiliated to ask this question. I have a very stubborn finger infection. Finally getting ahead of it I think. I hurt a thumb today when cleaning and am so concerned I don't get infection again. I'm thinking that in spreading steroid and moisturizers I'm putting my fingers at spots that are loaded with bacteria. am I just phobic cause of this horrible infection the had or is it a valid concern?Just injured my finger under the thumb nail today and really don't want a reoccurrence. It was not fun. At. All. . Sigh
    • Morrell1951
      Morrell1951 sandra01720

      Posted

      You can buy finger covers from the pharmacy for applying the steroid. Then you won't be worrying about that.
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