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I had my third treatment 10 days ago. No uti since I started like 3 months ago. BUT now pain n stinging. Thought uti but tested not. Uncomfortable for a week. Even used prep h to try to stop painted it actually work for a while I'm also doing the ice cubes… So anybody out there can share their experience with me I sure would appreciate it
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beverly52803 nancyo
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linda87515 nancyo
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kathryn26445 linda87515
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I suppose you can request that the Laser treatment is similar to previous treatments but perhaps the benefits outweigh the side effects, I have only had one ML treatment and should have had a second last November 2017 but managed due to lack of funds however just sold a property so going for a second when the funds come through, I don't know how I've managed as after the first ML I felt amazing but redundancy put paid to my 2nd ML and tried not to dwell on the symptoms
whyus nancyo
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Due to my Atrophy and desperation to find a "safe" solution to fix it, I stumbled upon the ML procedure. I had my first procedure in April with no change to my Atrophy at all. I had the 2nd treatment 6 weeks later. It has now been a little over 2 weeks since the 2nd procedure and I am still very dry and itchy down there with NO change at all. My doctor said I should see results in about 2 weeks. I am feeling discouraged and not sure if I will go back for the 3rd procedure scheduled on 8/17. The cost for the 3 treatments was $2,100 and I am starting to feel like it was a waste of money. My doctor said I was the first person that had reported no change from the ML procedure. I am glad to have found this site. At least I know, I am not alone.
beverly52803 whyus
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How many of these procedures has this doctor performed? If it's only five that isn't too convincing. If it's hundreds that's different. I haven't had it, but my current gynecologist thinks it's pretty severe treatment to perform on thinning skin.
Did you try hormone cream first?
nancyo whyus
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jean0078 whyus
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whyus beverly52803
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whyus nancyo
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I'm glad the procedure worked for you and hopefully will continue
Thank you for your reply.
whyus jean0078
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I'm happy to hear it eventually worked for you
For me though, not sure if I want to invest anymore money since I have not seen any change at all. I may go for the 3rd treatment just in case...still not sure.
beverly52803 whyus
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I also avoided hormone cream for at least 3 years as I was having no discomfort. (Also 20 years ago when that doc wanted me to use HRT). However this last winter I was getting what felt like an internal itch that came & went. Was not able to see a doctor as I have an HMO that does not cover me out of state. Made an appointment to see one as soon as I returned home. New gyno diagnosed LS which I had only vague knowledge of. Bit the bullet and am using estradiol cream and steroid. Was effective after two days, but now itch returning a bit after several weeks. So...who knows? Will have to take it one step at a time.
Last gyno (3 years ago) had prescribed Premarin which I avoided. Not sure if one is more dangerous than the other. Both docs said very little exposure to the hormone when used locally. Just have fingers crossed that I can keep everything under control.
lorraine87424 whyus
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I have had all three treatments, I'm using an Estring AND lubrication and still no change. I have as much pain during penetration as I always did. This was a waste of $ for me.
lorraine87424 beverly52803
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It did not work for me; even with an Estring and lubrication I continue to have a significant amount of pain when I am intimate with my husband. It was a waste of money for me.
lorraine87424 whyus
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Don't waste your money; it did not work for me.
sarah57259 beverly52803
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I sold Premarin Vaginal Cream 6 years ago. It's incredibly safe and effective. Your doctor should be able to give you samples to try.
marilyn090257 jean0078
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I think some of us may need more treatments than others....