Guest guest Posted April 6, 2000 Report Share Posted April 6, 2000 , Nystatin is not antibiotics. You are going to pick up the Nystatin tonight right? not antibiotics? I just want to be clear because antibiotics make thrush worse. You might not have thrush on your nipples yet but you could easily get it from him. Acidophilus are what are called probiotics they are the bacteria that your body needs to keep the yeast in check. Taking acidophilus yourself and giving it to your baby will help your bodies fight the yeast naturally. Wendi http://www.lactivist.com breastfeeding info & resources -----Original Message-----From: stephanie bennett Sent: Thursday, April 06, 2000 11:02 AMTo: breastfeedingegroupsSubject: Re: homeopathic remedy for thrush? Hi , They prescribed Nystatin, and told me to put some on my nipples as well. I have no discomfort though. Could it be that I don't have it (yet)? What is acidophilus? We are picking up the antibiotics this evening. Thanks for the help. RE: homeopathic remedy for thrush? , If he has it there is a good chance you will get it on your nipples. Did they give you Nystatin? They are supposed to treat you and the baby. There isn't a homeopathic remedy for thrush. A common suggestion is diluted apple cider vinegar on your nipples and swab baking soda and water in the babies mouth. If only he has it there is a chance that the Nystatin could work. It only works in about 50% of the cases. I would most definitely get some acidophilus and take it as well as mixing a small amount with your breastmilk and giving it to the baby. This will help restore the balance of bacteria/yeast in his body and yours. Did he receive antibiotics? Wendi http://www.lactivist.com breastfeeding info & resources -----Original Message-----From: stephanie bennett Sent: Thursday, April 06, 2000 10:18 AMTo: breastfeedingonelistSubject: homeopathic remedy for thrush? hi everyone. it's been confirmed, derek has thrush ( now they want him to drink this liquid 4x a day to get rid of it! is there any other way? i'd appreciate any help or alternative solutions. thanks! stephanie Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed!http://www.lactivist.com Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed!http://www.lactivist.com Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed!http://www.lactivist.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 6, 2000 Report Share Posted April 6, 2000 , Good advice. I have the Jack Newman instructions on my website. It is important to follow them carefully because it is very strong stuff. Wendi http://www.lactivist.com breastfeeding info & resources Re: homeopathic remedy for thrush? In a message dated 04/06/2000 2:03:56 PM Eastern Daylight Time, stephanibennett@... writes: << We are picking up the antibiotics this evening. Thanks for the help. >> What are the antibiotics for?? I think Wendi was asking if he had been on antibiotics previous to the thrush .. as it is the antibiotics that can cause the yeast imbalance in the first place. We battled thrush several different times last year. The Nystatin was sticky garbage if you ask me. It didn't work at all. I was also directed to give it to DD 4Xs a day and on my nipples too. It didn't do me any good. I finally got some Gentian Violet (using Jack Newman's instructions) and boiled everything from toys to pump parts. I washed sheets, pillow cases, baby clothes, wash cloths and towels with a vinegar rinse. And put vinegar on my nipples. After 4 or 5 bouts with the yeast monster .. we finally got rid of it .. and have been free for about 5 months. KNOCK ON WOOD! I didn't get rid of it until I did all these things .. every single one. Where ever the source was ... was finally destroyed. This is a battle .. good luck!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! <3 B ------------------------------------------------------------------------ DON'T HATE YOUR RATE! Get a NextCard Visa, in 30 seconds! Get rates as low as 0.0% Intro or 9.9% Fixed APR and no hidden fees. Apply NOW! http://click./1/2120/0/_/410002/_/955046012/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed! http://www.lactivist.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 6, 2000 Report Share Posted April 6, 2000 , Good advice. I have the Jack Newman instructions on my website. It is important to follow them carefully because it is very strong stuff. Wendi http://www.lactivist.com breastfeeding info & resources Re: homeopathic remedy for thrush? In a message dated 04/06/2000 2:03:56 PM Eastern Daylight Time, stephanibennett@... writes: << We are picking up the antibiotics this evening. Thanks for the help. >> What are the antibiotics for?? I think Wendi was asking if he had been on antibiotics previous to the thrush .. as it is the antibiotics that can cause the yeast imbalance in the first place. We battled thrush several different times last year. The Nystatin was sticky garbage if you ask me. It didn't work at all. I was also directed to give it to DD 4Xs a day and on my nipples too. It didn't do me any good. I finally got some Gentian Violet (using Jack Newman's instructions) and boiled everything from toys to pump parts. I washed sheets, pillow cases, baby clothes, wash cloths and towels with a vinegar rinse. And put vinegar on my nipples. After 4 or 5 bouts with the yeast monster .. we finally got rid of it .. and have been free for about 5 months. KNOCK ON WOOD! I didn't get rid of it until I did all these things .. every single one. Where ever the source was ... was finally destroyed. This is a battle .. good luck!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! <3 B ------------------------------------------------------------------------ DON'T HATE YOUR RATE! Get a NextCard Visa, in 30 seconds! Get rates as low as 0.0% Intro or 9.9% Fixed APR and no hidden fees. Apply NOW! http://click./1/2120/0/_/410002/_/955046012/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed! http://www.lactivist.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 6, 2000 Report Share Posted April 6, 2000 , Good advice. I have the Jack Newman instructions on my website. It is important to follow them carefully because it is very strong stuff. Wendi http://www.lactivist.com breastfeeding info & resources Re: homeopathic remedy for thrush? In a message dated 04/06/2000 2:03:56 PM Eastern Daylight Time, stephanibennett@... writes: << We are picking up the antibiotics this evening. Thanks for the help. >> What are the antibiotics for?? I think Wendi was asking if he had been on antibiotics previous to the thrush .. as it is the antibiotics that can cause the yeast imbalance in the first place. We battled thrush several different times last year. The Nystatin was sticky garbage if you ask me. It didn't work at all. I was also directed to give it to DD 4Xs a day and on my nipples too. It didn't do me any good. I finally got some Gentian Violet (using Jack Newman's instructions) and boiled everything from toys to pump parts. I washed sheets, pillow cases, baby clothes, wash cloths and towels with a vinegar rinse. And put vinegar on my nipples. After 4 or 5 bouts with the yeast monster .. we finally got rid of it .. and have been free for about 5 months. KNOCK ON WOOD! I didn't get rid of it until I did all these things .. every single one. Where ever the source was ... was finally destroyed. This is a battle .. good luck!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! <3 B ------------------------------------------------------------------------ DON'T HATE YOUR RATE! Get a NextCard Visa, in 30 seconds! Get rates as low as 0.0% Intro or 9.9% Fixed APR and no hidden fees. Apply NOW! http://click./1/2120/0/_/410002/_/955046012/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed! http://www.lactivist.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 6, 2000 Report Share Posted April 6, 2000 yes, we picked up the nystatin tonight. meanwhile, derek spiked a fever, so i gave him tylenol. is this kind of antibiotic going to have an effect on the yeast as well? where would i find acidophilus? thanks for all the help stephanie RE: homeopathic remedy for thrush? , If he has it there is a good chance you will get it on your nipples. Did they give you Nystatin? They are supposed to treat you and the baby. There isn't a homeopathic remedy for thrush. A common suggestion is diluted apple cider vinegar on your nipples and swab baking soda and water in the babies mouth. If only he has it there is a chance that the Nystatin could work. It only works in about 50% of the cases. I would most definitely get some acidophilus and take it as well as mixing a small amount with your breastmilk and giving it to the baby. This will help restore the balance of bacteria/yeast in his body and yours. Did he receive antibiotics? Wendi http://www.lactivist.com breastfeeding info & resources -----Original Message-----From: stephanie bennett Sent: Thursday, April 06, 2000 10:18 AMTo: breastfeedingonelistSubject: homeopathic remedy for thrush? hi everyone. it's been confirmed, derek has thrush ( now they want him to drink this liquid 4x a day to get rid of it! is there any other way? i'd appreciate any help or alternative solutions. thanks! stephanie Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed!http://www.lactivist.com Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed!http://www.lactivist.com Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed!http://www.lactivist.com Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed!http://www.lactivist.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 6, 2000 Report Share Posted April 6, 2000 yes, we picked up the nystatin tonight. meanwhile, derek spiked a fever, so i gave him tylenol. is this kind of antibiotic going to have an effect on the yeast as well? where would i find acidophilus? thanks for all the help stephanie RE: homeopathic remedy for thrush? , If he has it there is a good chance you will get it on your nipples. Did they give you Nystatin? They are supposed to treat you and the baby. There isn't a homeopathic remedy for thrush. A common suggestion is diluted apple cider vinegar on your nipples and swab baking soda and water in the babies mouth. If only he has it there is a chance that the Nystatin could work. It only works in about 50% of the cases. I would most definitely get some acidophilus and take it as well as mixing a small amount with your breastmilk and giving it to the baby. This will help restore the balance of bacteria/yeast in his body and yours. Did he receive antibiotics? Wendi http://www.lactivist.com breastfeeding info & resources -----Original Message-----From: stephanie bennett Sent: Thursday, April 06, 2000 10:18 AMTo: breastfeedingonelistSubject: homeopathic remedy for thrush? hi everyone. it's been confirmed, derek has thrush ( now they want him to drink this liquid 4x a day to get rid of it! is there any other way? i'd appreciate any help or alternative solutions. thanks! stephanie Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed!http://www.lactivist.com Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed!http://www.lactivist.com Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed!http://www.lactivist.com Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed!http://www.lactivist.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 6, 2000 Report Share Posted April 6, 2000 yes, we picked up the nystatin tonight. meanwhile, derek spiked a fever, so i gave him tylenol. is this kind of antibiotic going to have an effect on the yeast as well? where would i find acidophilus? thanks for all the help stephanie RE: homeopathic remedy for thrush? , If he has it there is a good chance you will get it on your nipples. Did they give you Nystatin? They are supposed to treat you and the baby. There isn't a homeopathic remedy for thrush. A common suggestion is diluted apple cider vinegar on your nipples and swab baking soda and water in the babies mouth. If only he has it there is a chance that the Nystatin could work. It only works in about 50% of the cases. I would most definitely get some acidophilus and take it as well as mixing a small amount with your breastmilk and giving it to the baby. This will help restore the balance of bacteria/yeast in his body and yours. Did he receive antibiotics? Wendi http://www.lactivist.com breastfeeding info & resources -----Original Message-----From: stephanie bennett Sent: Thursday, April 06, 2000 10:18 AMTo: breastfeedingonelistSubject: homeopathic remedy for thrush? hi everyone. it's been confirmed, derek has thrush ( now they want him to drink this liquid 4x a day to get rid of it! is there any other way? i'd appreciate any help or alternative solutions. thanks! stephanie Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed!http://www.lactivist.com Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed!http://www.lactivist.com Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed!http://www.lactivist.com Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed!http://www.lactivist.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 6, 2000 Report Share Posted April 6, 2000 , Acidophilus is available at a health food store. The nystatin may work on his thrush it may not. It works about half of the time. The acidophilus and the nystatin will work together on the yeast but should be taken at different times. Wendi http://www.lactivist.com breastfeeding info & resources -----Original Message-----From: stephanie bennett Sent: Thursday, April 06, 2000 5:11 PMTo: breastfeedingegroupsSubject: Re: homeopathic remedy for thrush? yes, we picked up the nystatin tonight. meanwhile, derek spiked a fever, so i gave him tylenol. is this kind of antibiotic going to have an effect on the yeast as well? where would i find acidophilus? thanks for all the help stephanie RE: homeopathic remedy for thrush? , If he has it there is a good chance you will get it on your nipples. Did they give you Nystatin? They are supposed to treat you and the baby. There isn't a homeopathic remedy for thrush. A common suggestion is diluted apple cider vinegar on your nipples and swab baking soda and water in the babies mouth. If only he has it there is a chance that the Nystatin could work. It only works in about 50% of the cases. I would most definitely get some acidophilus and take it as well as mixing a small amount with your breastmilk and giving it to the baby. This will help restore the balance of bacteria/yeast in his body and yours. Did he receive antibiotics? Wendi http://www.lactivist.com breastfeeding info & resources -----Original Message-----From: stephanie bennett Sent: Thursday, April 06, 2000 10:18 AMTo: breastfeedingonelistSubject: homeopathic remedy for thrush? hi everyone. it's been confirmed, derek has thrush ( now they want him to drink this liquid 4x a day to get rid of it! is there any other way? i'd appreciate any help or alternative solutions. thanks! stephanie Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed!http://www.lactivist.com Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed!http://www.lactivist.com Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed!http://www.lactivist.com Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed!http://www.lactivist.com Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed!http://www.lactivist.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 6, 2000 Report Share Posted April 6, 2000 , Acidophilus is available at a health food store. The nystatin may work on his thrush it may not. It works about half of the time. The acidophilus and the nystatin will work together on the yeast but should be taken at different times. Wendi http://www.lactivist.com breastfeeding info & resources -----Original Message-----From: stephanie bennett Sent: Thursday, April 06, 2000 5:11 PMTo: breastfeedingegroupsSubject: Re: homeopathic remedy for thrush? yes, we picked up the nystatin tonight. meanwhile, derek spiked a fever, so i gave him tylenol. is this kind of antibiotic going to have an effect on the yeast as well? where would i find acidophilus? thanks for all the help stephanie RE: homeopathic remedy for thrush? , If he has it there is a good chance you will get it on your nipples. Did they give you Nystatin? They are supposed to treat you and the baby. There isn't a homeopathic remedy for thrush. A common suggestion is diluted apple cider vinegar on your nipples and swab baking soda and water in the babies mouth. If only he has it there is a chance that the Nystatin could work. It only works in about 50% of the cases. I would most definitely get some acidophilus and take it as well as mixing a small amount with your breastmilk and giving it to the baby. This will help restore the balance of bacteria/yeast in his body and yours. Did he receive antibiotics? Wendi http://www.lactivist.com breastfeeding info & resources -----Original Message-----From: stephanie bennett Sent: Thursday, April 06, 2000 10:18 AMTo: breastfeedingonelistSubject: homeopathic remedy for thrush? hi everyone. it's been confirmed, derek has thrush ( now they want him to drink this liquid 4x a day to get rid of it! is there any other way? i'd appreciate any help or alternative solutions. thanks! stephanie Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed!http://www.lactivist.com Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed!http://www.lactivist.com Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed!http://www.lactivist.com Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed!http://www.lactivist.com Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed!http://www.lactivist.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 6, 2000 Report Share Posted April 6, 2000 , Acidophilus is available at a health food store. The nystatin may work on his thrush it may not. It works about half of the time. The acidophilus and the nystatin will work together on the yeast but should be taken at different times. Wendi http://www.lactivist.com breastfeeding info & resources -----Original Message-----From: stephanie bennett Sent: Thursday, April 06, 2000 5:11 PMTo: breastfeedingegroupsSubject: Re: homeopathic remedy for thrush? yes, we picked up the nystatin tonight. meanwhile, derek spiked a fever, so i gave him tylenol. is this kind of antibiotic going to have an effect on the yeast as well? where would i find acidophilus? thanks for all the help stephanie RE: homeopathic remedy for thrush? , If he has it there is a good chance you will get it on your nipples. Did they give you Nystatin? They are supposed to treat you and the baby. There isn't a homeopathic remedy for thrush. A common suggestion is diluted apple cider vinegar on your nipples and swab baking soda and water in the babies mouth. If only he has it there is a chance that the Nystatin could work. It only works in about 50% of the cases. I would most definitely get some acidophilus and take it as well as mixing a small amount with your breastmilk and giving it to the baby. This will help restore the balance of bacteria/yeast in his body and yours. Did he receive antibiotics? Wendi http://www.lactivist.com breastfeeding info & resources -----Original Message-----From: stephanie bennett Sent: Thursday, April 06, 2000 10:18 AMTo: breastfeedingonelistSubject: homeopathic remedy for thrush? hi everyone. it's been confirmed, derek has thrush ( now they want him to drink this liquid 4x a day to get rid of it! is there any other way? i'd appreciate any help or alternative solutions. thanks! stephanie Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed!http://www.lactivist.com Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed!http://www.lactivist.com Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed!http://www.lactivist.com Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed!http://www.lactivist.com Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed!http://www.lactivist.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 7, 2000 Report Share Posted April 7, 2000 In a message dated 04/06/2000 8:13:07 PM Eastern Daylight Time, stephanibennett@... writes: << yes, we picked up the nystatin tonight. meanwhile, derek spiked a fever, so i gave him tylenol. is this kind of antibiotic going to have an effect on the yeast as well? >> - Tylenol is not an antibiotic. Just to clarify -- Antibiotics are a very specific spectrum of drugs, only given by prescription. They are made by microorganisms to fight off certain other organisms (bacterial, not viral). There are about 5 different groups of antibiotics that are commonly prescribed. Some names you might recognize are amoxicillin (penisillin), tetracycline, trimoxazole ... and many others. I just wanted to make sure that you realized what antibiotics are. And that during the treatment of thrush, you will probably want to make sure to avoid them. You and baby! <3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 7, 2000 Report Share Posted April 7, 2000 In a message dated 04/06/2000 8:13:07 PM Eastern Daylight Time, stephanibennett@... writes: << yes, we picked up the nystatin tonight. meanwhile, derek spiked a fever, so i gave him tylenol. is this kind of antibiotic going to have an effect on the yeast as well? >> - Tylenol is not an antibiotic. Just to clarify -- Antibiotics are a very specific spectrum of drugs, only given by prescription. They are made by microorganisms to fight off certain other organisms (bacterial, not viral). There are about 5 different groups of antibiotics that are commonly prescribed. Some names you might recognize are amoxicillin (penisillin), tetracycline, trimoxazole ... and many others. I just wanted to make sure that you realized what antibiotics are. And that during the treatment of thrush, you will probably want to make sure to avoid them. You and baby! <3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 7, 2000 Report Share Posted April 7, 2000 In a message dated 04/06/2000 3:25:53 PM Eastern Daylight Time, stephanibennett@... writes: << where do you find gentian violet? i've never heard of it. will it take care of it totally? >> You can find Gentian Violet at places like Rite Aide and it is over the counter. But you should call around ... not everyone has it. But, when you find a knowledgable pharmacist, they should know what you are talking about. It can also be special ordered. It costs about $1.50 a bottle. By the way ... it's pronounced (JEN SHUN VIOLET) .. just so you know. Also -- Like Wendi said it is strong and do not use for longer than 3 days. <3 B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 7, 2000 Report Share Posted April 7, 2000 In a message dated 04/06/2000 3:25:53 PM Eastern Daylight Time, stephanibennett@... writes: << where do you find gentian violet? i've never heard of it. will it take care of it totally? >> You can find Gentian Violet at places like Rite Aide and it is over the counter. But you should call around ... not everyone has it. But, when you find a knowledgable pharmacist, they should know what you are talking about. It can also be special ordered. It costs about $1.50 a bottle. By the way ... it's pronounced (JEN SHUN VIOLET) .. just so you know. Also -- Like Wendi said it is strong and do not use for longer than 3 days. <3 B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 7, 2000 Report Share Posted April 7, 2000 In a message dated 04/06/2000 3:25:53 PM Eastern Daylight Time, stephanibennett@... writes: << where do you find gentian violet? i've never heard of it. will it take care of it totally? >> You can find Gentian Violet at places like Rite Aide and it is over the counter. But you should call around ... not everyone has it. But, when you find a knowledgable pharmacist, they should know what you are talking about. It can also be special ordered. It costs about $1.50 a bottle. By the way ... it's pronounced (JEN SHUN VIOLET) .. just so you know. Also -- Like Wendi said it is strong and do not use for longer than 3 days. <3 B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 7, 2000 Report Share Posted April 7, 2000 In a message dated 04/07/2000 10:16:45 AM Eastern Daylight Time, Nitome@... writes: << Some names you might recognize are amoxicillin (penisillin), tetracycline, trimoxazole ... and many others. >> Was this Freudian???? It should read penicillin!! OOOOPPPS! <3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 7, 2000 Report Share Posted April 7, 2000 In a message dated 04/07/2000 10:16:45 AM Eastern Daylight Time, Nitome@... writes: << Some names you might recognize are amoxicillin (penisillin), tetracycline, trimoxazole ... and many others. >> Was this Freudian???? It should read penicillin!! OOOOPPPS! <3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 7, 2000 Report Share Posted April 7, 2000 In a message dated 04/07/2000 10:16:45 AM Eastern Daylight Time, Nitome@... writes: << Some names you might recognize are amoxicillin (penisillin), tetracycline, trimoxazole ... and many others. >> Was this Freudian???? It should read penicillin!! OOOOPPPS! <3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 7, 2000 Report Share Posted April 7, 2000 I think I am really confused. What antibiotic are you giving him that you keep asking about? Jenn -----Original Message----- yes, we picked up the nystatin tonight. meanwhile, derek spiked a fever, so i gave him tylenol. is this kind of antibiotic going to have an effect on the yeast as well? where would i find acidophilus? thanks for all the help stephanie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 7, 2000 Report Share Posted April 7, 2000 I think I am really confused. What antibiotic are you giving him that you keep asking about? Jenn -----Original Message----- yes, we picked up the nystatin tonight. meanwhile, derek spiked a fever, so i gave him tylenol. is this kind of antibiotic going to have an effect on the yeast as well? where would i find acidophilus? thanks for all the help stephanie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 7, 2000 Report Share Posted April 7, 2000 In a message dated 4/7/00 7:25:47 AM Pacific Daylight Time, Nitome@... writes: << Was this Freudian???? It should read penicillin!! OOOOPPPS! >> just wanted to say this made me really giggle HAHAHA LOLOL Rhonda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 7, 2000 Report Share Posted April 7, 2000 In a message dated 4/7/00 7:25:47 AM Pacific Daylight Time, Nitome@... writes: << Was this Freudian???? It should read penicillin!! OOOOPPPS! >> just wanted to say this made me really giggle HAHAHA LOLOL Rhonda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 7, 2000 Report Share Posted April 7, 2000 this thread *did* get very confusing. derek was diagnosed with thrush yesterday. they prescribed nystatin and told me that he should DRINK it 4x a day. my response was shouldn't i be brushing around his mouth, and they said " you can try, but it probably won't work. have him drink it. " neither of us have been taking any antibiotics, my comment was that it was a timing coincidence from when i started taking the fenugreek (i've been having some side effects from it) and since i have a strong family history of allergies it stood out in my mind. the other thing was that derek must have caught my husband's virus, because he is now running a fever for the past 20 hours or so, and i didn't know if the tylenol i was giving him could have a detrimental effect on the nystatin. i understand now that it can't. i hope i've cleared this up. thanks to everyone for the advice on the thrush. i forget who told me the Gentian Violet was a carcinogen, thanks, i won't be using it unless all else fails. stephanie Re: homeopathic remedy for thrush? > Jen, > I am really confused by this thread too. , why don't you start > from the beginning and let us know what your son's symptoms were, what he > was diagnosed with and what has been prescribed for him. Then we would be > better able to answer your questions. > > Margaret > > JMowatt wrote: > > > I think I am really confused. What antibiotic are you giving him that > > you keep asking about? > > > > Jenn > > -----Original Message----- > > yes, we picked up the nystatin tonight. meanwhile, derek spiked a > > fever, so i gave him tylenol. is this kind of antibiotic going to > > have an effect on the yeast as well? where would i find acidophilus? > > thanks for all the help > > stephanie > > > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > LOW RATE, NO WAIT! > > Get a NextCard Visa, in 30 seconds! Get rates > > as low as 2.9% Intro or 9.9% Fixed APR and no hidden fees. > > Apply NOW! > > http://click./1/2122/0/_/410002/_/955110427/ > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > > > Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed! > > http://www.lactivist.com > > > > Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed! > http://www.lactivist.com > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 7, 2000 Report Share Posted April 7, 2000 this thread *did* get very confusing. derek was diagnosed with thrush yesterday. they prescribed nystatin and told me that he should DRINK it 4x a day. my response was shouldn't i be brushing around his mouth, and they said " you can try, but it probably won't work. have him drink it. " neither of us have been taking any antibiotics, my comment was that it was a timing coincidence from when i started taking the fenugreek (i've been having some side effects from it) and since i have a strong family history of allergies it stood out in my mind. the other thing was that derek must have caught my husband's virus, because he is now running a fever for the past 20 hours or so, and i didn't know if the tylenol i was giving him could have a detrimental effect on the nystatin. i understand now that it can't. i hope i've cleared this up. thanks to everyone for the advice on the thrush. i forget who told me the Gentian Violet was a carcinogen, thanks, i won't be using it unless all else fails. stephanie Re: homeopathic remedy for thrush? > Jen, > I am really confused by this thread too. , why don't you start > from the beginning and let us know what your son's symptoms were, what he > was diagnosed with and what has been prescribed for him. Then we would be > better able to answer your questions. > > Margaret > > JMowatt wrote: > > > I think I am really confused. What antibiotic are you giving him that > > you keep asking about? > > > > Jenn > > -----Original Message----- > > yes, we picked up the nystatin tonight. meanwhile, derek spiked a > > fever, so i gave him tylenol. is this kind of antibiotic going to > > have an effect on the yeast as well? where would i find acidophilus? > > thanks for all the help > > stephanie > > > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > LOW RATE, NO WAIT! > > Get a NextCard Visa, in 30 seconds! Get rates > > as low as 2.9% Intro or 9.9% Fixed APR and no hidden fees. > > Apply NOW! > > http://click./1/2122/0/_/410002/_/955110427/ > > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > > > Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed! > > http://www.lactivist.com > > > > Give the Gift of Life Breastfeed! > http://www.lactivist.com > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 7, 2000 Report Share Posted April 7, 2000 you know.. it said that it was carcinogenic in mice.. and you know how many things cause cancer in mice?? just about everything in high doses.. I don't think we should scare ourselves so much over everything being harmful.. thrush can be harmful and even fatal if a person has a lowered immune system.. Anyway.. gentian violet worked for us.. and I have used nystatin also.. which didn't work quite as well Take care Christi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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