Irritable Bowel Syndrome Message Boards | Girly Problem...feminine product advice needed

Hey Guys,

I know it seems like there have been a lot of these types of posts lately...guess we're all having a bit of trouble

I'm not too helpful in this regard so I'm hoping to maybe get some help.

I've been having a problem where I feel like I have a very bad bladder infection but I've had my urine tested and they say it's negative. It's weird because I've had a lot bladder infections over the years and I'm normally right about them.

Anyways, long story short, I take back to back birth control packs to avoid getting a period due to really painful periods from endometriosis. I normally go about seven months without a period, then take 7 days off the pill. When I do get a period I normally do have the burning and bladder infection like feelings. So, I missed just one lousy pill sometime last week and I've had a sorta "semi" period ever since...just light spotting and cramping, but the burning is there. So, I figure I'm going to have to bite the bullet and stop for a full seven days to get my period.

My thinking though, was that the burning seems to worsen when I'm wearing pads...so I wonder if there is an irritant there or something? I use Always and ever since they introduced that new dry strip in the middle of the pad I've had problems. Does anyone know of a better brand? Or something that's better for people with more sensitive skin? I've never used anything but Always.

Sorry so long winded,
Thanks,
Kelly

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