Re: [ozmidwifery] Gentian Violet?

[Pinky McKay]

also be careful to use AQUEOUS gentian violet - if it has spirit in, it will 
"burn"

Pinky
www.pinky-mychild.com
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Nicole Carver" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Monday, November 22, 2004 9:40 AM
Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] Gentian Violet?


Gentian violet is very effective at treating thrush, particularly nipple
thrush. I tend to use Daktarin gel for the baby. The concerns about
carcinogenic effects of gentian violet have been deemed to be over 
reactive
by many, and so some people prescribe gentian violet for mother and baby. 
If
your sister is breastfeeding she needs to treat her nipples too, even if
asymptomatic. Thomas Hale has a book, I think it is called medications and
mothers milk or something like that(!) It is used by many lactation
consultants, but it is difficult to purchase. Some people buy it from 
their
vet! However, you have to be careful to get the correct strength. A
lactation consultant can help with this.
Nicole C

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Abby and Toby" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Monday, November 22, 2004 8:28 AM
Subject: [ozmidwifery] Gentian Violet?


Hi,
can anyone help me in locating info about the dangers of gentian violet?
It
was my understanding that in Oz we stopped recommending it quite some 
time
ago because of some dangers?? My sister in America has been told to use 
it
on her 4 week old daughter for thrush. Any info, especially online that I
can access and email straight to her would be great.
Please correct me if I'm wrong or if you have other ideas about the
benefits
etc.
Thanks
Love Abby
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