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56: Fertility Matters with Jessica Hobbis - Episode 56
56: Fertility Matters with Jessica Hobbis - Episode 56
56: Fertility Matters with Jessica Hobbis - Episode 56
Monday 7th October 2024
Dr. Fran Yarlett discusses how different contraceptives impact vaginal health, sharing insights from The Lowdown's extensive user reviews.
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Episode Overview
- Different contraceptives have varying impacts on vaginal health.
- Estrogen in contraceptives can increase the risk of thrush.
- Copper coils may lead to increased vaginal discharge.
- Hormonal coils are associated with higher rates of vaginal dryness.
- Listening to women's experiences is crucial for better healthcare.
It's all about women being listened to, women being able to educate themselves and make an informed choice.
Jessica Hobbis brings a riveting discussion on intimate health and contraception in this episode of 'Fertility Matters'. Dr. Fran Yarlett, a GP and Medical Director at The Lowdown, joins Jessica to shed light on how different contraceptive methods can impact vaginal health. Dr. Fran shares her journey into women's health and how she became passionate about addressing the side effects of contraception that often go unmentioned by healthcare professionals.
She talks about her work with The Lowdown, a platform dedicated to gathering real-life experiences of women using various contraceptive methods, and the insights they've gathered from over 7,000 reviews. The conversation dives deep into the nuances of hormonal and non-hormonal contraceptives, with a focus on their effects on vaginal discharge, dryness, and infection risks.
You'll learn about the differences between copper coils and hormonal coils, the impact of estrogen on vaginal health, and why some contraceptives might lead to recurrent thrush or bacterial vaginosis. Dr. Fran passionately advocates for listening to women's experiences and calls for more research into the intimate side effects of contraception. With a mix of medical facts and personal anecdotes, this episode is both informative and engaging. Jessica's light-hearted quizzing keeps the tone friendly while Dr.
Fran's expertise provides valuable insights. If you're curious about how your contraceptive might be affecting your intimate health or looking for advice on managing side effects, this episode is a must-listen. Why not tune in to learn more about maintaining a healthy vaginal microbiome while using contraception? Your intimate health matters, and this episode offers practical advice and hope for better management of side effects.