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Re: Acidophilus safe to take while pregnant?

From: Kelly Shanahan, MD (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Tue, 19 Jan 1999 22:16:35 -0600 (CST)

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In reply to: K.W.: "Acidophilus safe to take while pregnant?"

At Tue, 19 Jan 1999, K.W. wrote: >
>Is it safe to take acidophilus pills while pregnant? How about cranberry
>pills? I am considering taking these to prevent yeast and bladder
>infections. I'm at 16 weeks and have had 4 yeast and 3 bladder
>infections already!

Acidophilus is fine to take during pergnancy, as is cranberry extract. Also, to decrease the chance of getting bladder infections, drink lots of water, empty your bladder often and use proper hygeine (wipe from front to back)

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Kelly Shanahan, MD, FACOG
S. Lake Tahoe, CA

note: Opinions here are for educational purposes only. This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to consult with your own physician. It cannot take the place of a face to face consultation and examination.
Sorry, but private e-mails will not be answered -- especially now that I have a new baby to take care of!!

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