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Anyone had a reaction to Coconut Oil?

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Hazel1962
Hazel1962

Im not sure if it's a coincidence but I started using coconut oil a few months ago, I found it to be very soothing when I'm having an LS flare up. However I have found since using it that I have developed a sore bottom. The skin between my cheeks has become inflamed and it's uncomfortable when sitting. I have researched allergies to coconut oil and it would appear not all people are suited to it whether using it internally or externally. I intend going back to using Emu oil instead to see if it clears up or if it is coincidental but just wondered if anyone else has had any problems.

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  • Guppy007
    Guppy007 Hazel1962

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    There is something about the cloying sweetness of coconut that puts me off!! which is why I tend to alternate between that and just plain old Lube.  When something smells "off" to me its usually my body giving me a little warning, and so I can fully understand why this might become a problem for some woman.  I could really do to find something else as well, as I agree that its best to rotate things, not just stick to one or even two different creams.
    • wendy16574
      wendy16574 Guppy007

      Posted

      You know i totally agree with you and never put 2 & 2 together... Food for thought ( no pun intended) lol. Anyway good call - if the smell causes a reaction be careful... After all you know if an animal smells something and walks away from it - there is usually something wrong....
    • Guppy007
      Guppy007 wendy16574

      Posted

      I use something bought locally, I'm in Latin America.. But really any Lube that is perfume free should work, It just feels better somehow, but I will still continue to use coconut oil as well sometimes.
    • wendy16574
      wendy16574 Guppy007

      Posted

      Thats cool your in Latin America - my husband is from Colombia and i am Canadian - we live on Canada. Ok i will look fir fragrance free lube , at least for summer when its bad.
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