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Hi
My dermatologist suggested I use Gynest instead of Vagifem, and when I went to collect my prescription I was told Gynest is discontinued so they gave me Estriol instead. Is this just as good as Vagifem? I have not used it yet, or is it a cheap alternative which is common practice with some surgeries. Any advice or comments appreciated
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rosemary82613 carmarie
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keeps it under control except for flare ups too much sugar can start it off
elsie23713 carmarie
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I am using Vagifem now too, started on it about one month ago, was told to use it for two weeks nightly but had to stop after 5 days as began having a yellow discharge. I started it again when that stopped, did another 3 nights and back came the discharge. Things have settled down now though, just using it twice a week and my problem has been solved so I am quite happy on that. Got to see my GP in a few weeks for a review so will ask to stay on it. I find it very easy to use. I am 67 by the way, and had to stop my Tibolone (HRT) because of a show of red blood cells. Had an Ultrasound then a Biopsy (ouch) and was told I should stop the HRT, so I did. Six months later and the problems were starting, so I took the steps needed to solve my problem. I do hope you all find relief in one form or another, it's no fun being a post menopausal woman for some, is it.