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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
It is possible to get allergy from
K-Y jelly.
But is KY Jelly safe? How about other mainstream lubricants?
That answer: Not really.
Since the vagina is a
mucous membrane, it secretes and absorbs fluids at a higher rate than skin, as do some of the external portions of the vulva, including the
clitoris, clitoral hood,
labia minora, and urethra. Since most mainstream lubricants contain nasty chemicals, they can damage your genitals and upset a woman’s internal pH and beneficial microbes, making her more prone to harmful organisms.
“Women should be aware that there is mounting evidence that some products that are inserted vaginally can cause damage to vaginal tissues, and can increase the risk of
bacterial vaginosis and sexually transmitted infections, such as herpes, chlamydia and HIV,” says Joelle Brown of the University of California, Los Angeles, who was the lead author on a study about personal lubricants.
So please avoid it. Still, symptoms persist consult your doctor.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu