{"id":684,"date":"2022-07-20T13:57:27","date_gmt":"2022-07-20T13:57:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/?p=684"},"modified":"2022-08-12T16:30:19","modified_gmt":"2022-08-12T16:30:19","slug":"boric-acid-for-yeast-infection","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/vaginal-yeast-infection\/boric-acid-for-yeast-infection\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Use Boric Acid for Yeast Infection (A Complete Guide)"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"684\" class=\"elementor elementor-684\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-1ce9d574 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"1ce9d574\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-575eb9e4\" data-id=\"575eb9e4\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cf8cd9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"cf8cd9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.7.2 - 21-08-2022 *\/\n.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-stacked .elementor-drop-cap{background-color:#818a91;color:#fff}.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-framed .elementor-drop-cap{color:#818a91;border:3px solid;background-color:transparent}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap{margin-top:8px}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap-letter{width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap{float:left;text-align:center;line-height:1;font-size:50px}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap-letter{display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t<p>Clinical research shows that around 25% of women experience yeast infections. Most yeast infection cases are due to the quick growth of candidiasis, a fungal organism that can thrive in the vagina&#8217;s walls. Many prescription medications are used to treat this condition, but using boric acid for yeast infection has as much capability to eliminate the disease as known remedies do.<br><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ac1e6eb elementor-widget elementor-widget-template\" data-id=\"ac1e6eb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"template.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-template\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"section\" data-elementor-id=\"1108\" class=\"elementor elementor-1108\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-inner-section elementor-element elementor-element-6d11bd22 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"6d11bd22\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-333f8203\" data-id=\"333f8203\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-68400023 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"68400023\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Need help with Yeast Infection?<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-55908819 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"55908819\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Get access to a licensed medical professional.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1740e931 elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"1740e931\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/en\/yeast-infection\" class=\"elementor-button-link elementor-button elementor-size-lg\" role=\"button\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">GET HELP NOW<\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5380565 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5380565\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-\">What Does the Research Say?<\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>The Journal of Women&#8217;s Health featured a review wherein researchers assessed several studies focused on boric acid as a treatment for frequent candidiasis.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>The studies included case series, case reports, and randomized clinical trials, and they showed that the cure rates for boric acid treatment were between 40-100 percent.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Other research states that the use of boric acid restricts the growth of C. glabrata and C. albicans.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>It also prevents yeast from growing to become infectious.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Boric acid is a safe alternative to other medications for candidiasis. It is also an affordable way to treat the condition.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading --><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-what-is-boric-acid-exactly\">What Is Boric Acid, Exactly?<\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Boric acid is a boron compound and an essential industrial acid with various uses.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>It has been used for centuries due to its antiseptic and antifungal qualities, and it is also used to treat vaginal infections.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>In its natural state, Boric acid comes in either crystal or powder forms and can be colorless or white in hue.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s an over-the-counter item and can be used for many purposes, from eliminating refrigerator odors to pest control.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s also used in many products, from astringents to eye washes, medicated powders, and the like.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading --><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-how-to-use-boric-acid-for-yeast-infection\">How To Use Boric Acid for Yeast Infection<\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>There are vaginal boric acid suppositories to treat several infections in the area.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>These suppositories are oval and solid and must be inserted into the vagina.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>The suppositories melt and turn into liquid once warmed up due to body heat.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>The suppositories only take a few minutes to dissolve within the vagina.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Many women prefer to wear a pantyliner while on boric acid vaginal capsule. Some instructions suggest using a suppository before bed since lying down will decrease the chances of the suppository liquid leaking.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>You can use these suppositories if a woman is on her period. However, tampons are not advised since they can absorb some of the boric acid.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Instead, women can use a sanitary pad to stop the medication from staining their underwear.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><strong>To use boric acid for yeast infection, the\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/fungal\/diseases\/candidiasis\/genital\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CDC<\/strong><\/a><strong>\u00a0(Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) recommends using 600 mg boric acid suppositories.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Women must take the medication once a day for two weeks.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Always make sure to follow the instructions described on the label of the medication.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Before inserting the suppository, ensure that the vaginal area and the hands are washed clean and dried enough to stop bacteria from getting inside the body.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Proper use of vaginal capsules can be done by following these steps:<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Lie down on your back with your knees bent. Alternatively, you can stand and place one foot on a chair, the toilet seat, or the bed.<\/li>\n<li>Gently insert the applicator into the vagina.<\/li>\n<li>Release the capsule by pressing on the plunger.<\/li>\n<li>Remove the applicator carefully.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading --><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-risks-and-side-effects\">Risks and Side Effects<\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>There is a mounting quantity of evidence that demonstrates the effectiveness of boric acid for yeast infections.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Moreover, if a patient uses the right dose, it has fewer side effects than traditional medication and home remedies for infections.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>The following are common side effects of using boric acid for candidiasis:<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Slight burning sensation following suppository insertion<\/li>\n<li>Vaginal discomfort<\/li>\n<li>Thin, runny vaginal discharge<\/li>\n<li>Urticaria (hives)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Women with the following conditions should not take vaginal capsules:<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:list --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Vaginal bleeding<\/li>\n<li>Nausea<\/li>\n<li>Fever<\/li>\n<li>Heart disease<\/li>\n<li>Blood vessel conditions<\/li>\n<li>Pelvic inflammatory illnesses<\/li>\n<li>Sexually-transmitted diseases<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \/wp:list --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><strong>Note that boric acid is still a toxic substance \u2014 incorrect medication use can be harmful.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>It is also not advised to take boric acid orally or apply the substance to open wounds due to its high acidity.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Make sure to wash the hands immediately following boric acid suppository use to prevent chances of ingesting the substance.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Taking boric acid while pregnant is also not advised since it can harm a developing fetus.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading --><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-what-are-boric-acid-suppositories\">What Are Boric Acid Suppositories?<\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Boric acid suppositories are vaginal capsules inserted in the vagina to treat vaginal infections.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>They are also used as alternative medication to treat bacterial vaginosis (BV) and trichomoniasis.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>These capsules or suppositories thaw out once they warm up to body temperature.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-is-it-safe-to-use-these-capsules-on-your-own-for-vaginal-issues\">Is It Safe To Use These Capsules on Your Own for Vaginal Issues?<\/h3>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Vaginal capsules are safe to use on your own for vaginal issues if taken the proper way.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>However, this medication is for vaginal use only. It should not be taken by mouth.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Make sure to follow the instructions on the label of the medicine. Always read the directions carefully before use.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Do not use the suppositories more often than recommended.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>However, do not stop using vaginal capsules except when recommended by your doctor.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-boric-acid-has-a-very-specific-role-when-it-comes-to-yeast-infections\">Boric Acid Has a Very Specific Role When It Comes to Yeast Infections<\/h3>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Yeast infections are a common disease, usually in the vagina. They&#8217;re caused by either fungi C. albicans (Candida albicans) or C. glabrata (Candida glabrata).<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Due to its strong antifungal and antiviral properties, Boric acid can help treat such vaginal conditions.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>In addition, according to research, the use of boric acid impedes the growth of both fungi by disrupting their natural life cycle, thus stopping them from developing and turning into infections.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-why-you-should-consider-boric-acid-for-yeast-infections\">Why You Should Consider Boric Acid for Yeast Infections<\/h3>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Boric acid is often used as an <a href=\"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/vaginal-yeast-infection\/home-remedies-for-yeast-infections\/\">alternative treatment to cure infections<\/a> resistant to traditional medicines.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>For example, when fluconazole or topical antifungal medications refuse to work, your doctor might suggest using flucytosine, nystatin, or boric acid.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Boric vaginal capsules are also affordable and are OTC (over-the-counter) medications.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>In addition, a study has indicated that boric acid is effective in easing infections caused by candida fungi, and this consists of cases that antifungal treatment did not fix.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Therefore, women who experience frequent infections might have their condition resolved using boric acid medication.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Boric acid is also a safe and affordable alternative medication for women with recurrent vaginal infections, according to a 2011 medical report.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:image --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/d2zbzumnfle0rf.cloudfront.net\/assets\/uploads\/62d7fd6b4b9b6-What-Should-I-Avoid-When-Using-Boric-Acid..jpg\" alt=\"What Should I Avoid When Using Boric Acid for Yeast Infection\" \/><\/figure>\n<p><!-- \/wp:image --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-what-should-i-avoid-when-using-boric-acid\">What Should I Avoid When Using Boric Acid?<\/h3>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>You should take boric acid correctly for the medication to work and avoid harmful side effects.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>It would help if you remembered several essential restrictions when considering boric acid for candidiasis.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Boric acid is toxic when taken orally. It is only meant for vaginal use. It would be best to take it under your doctor&#8217;s or health provider&#8217;s prescription.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>You should not take boric acid during pregnancy because it is hazardous to a developing fetus.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Boric acid must not be applied to open wounds because it will irritate them. If your vagina shows open wounds, you must stop using the medication.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>While it&#8217;s safe to use during menstruation, you should not use a boric acid suppository with a tampon since it can absorb the boric acid once it melts.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6b58a34 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6b58a34\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-519674c elementor-widget elementor-widget-accordion\" data-id=\"519674c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.7.2 - 21-08-2022 *\/\n.elementor-accordion{text-align:left}.elementor-accordion .elementor-accordion-item{border:1px solid #d4d4d4}.elementor-accordion .elementor-accordion-item+.elementor-accordion-item{border-top:none}.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-title{margin:0;padding:15px 20px;font-weight:700;line-height:1;cursor:pointer;outline:none}.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-title .elementor-accordion-icon{display:inline-block;width:1.5em}.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-title .elementor-accordion-icon svg{width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-title .elementor-accordion-icon.elementor-accordion-icon-right{float:right;text-align:right}.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-title .elementor-accordion-icon.elementor-accordion-icon-left{float:left;text-align:left}.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-title .elementor-accordion-icon .elementor-accordion-icon-closed{display:block}.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-title .elementor-accordion-icon .elementor-accordion-icon-opened,.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active .elementor-accordion-icon-closed{display:none}.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-title.elementor-active .elementor-accordion-icon-opened{display:block}.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-content{display:none;padding:15px 20px;border-top:1px solid #d4d4d4}@media (max-width:767px){.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-title{padding:12px 15px}.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-title .elementor-accordion-icon{width:1.2em}.elementor-accordion .elementor-tab-content{padding:7px 15px}}.e-container>.elementor-widget-accordion{width:var(--container-widget-width,100%)}<\/style>\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion\" role=\"tablist\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-8551\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-8551\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><i class=\"fas fa-plus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><i class=\"fas fa-minus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" href=\"\">Is it worth taking boric acid as a treatment method for candidiasis? <\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-8551\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-8551\"><p id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions\">Many reports and studies have shown the effectiveness of boric acid as a treatment for candidiasis.<\/p>\n<p>If using standard antifungal medication does not seem to eliminate your candidiasis, you may consider using boric acid to treat the problem.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, chat with your doctor if you have vulvovaginal candidiasis symptoms and want to try vaginal capsules.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-8552\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"2\" role=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-8552\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><i class=\"fas fa-plus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><i class=\"fas fa-minus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" href=\"\">How effective is boron in treating vaginal yeast infections? <\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-8552\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"2\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-8552\"><p>According to this research, boric acid can treat Candida infections effectively. In addition, the study includes cases of diseases that have not been repaired using standard medication.<\/p>\n<p>Therefore, doctors might refer to boric acid treatments as an effective alternative to treat yeast infections.<\/p>\n<p>A 2011 medical report also shows that boric acid is a safe and affordable medical option for women with frequent vaginal infections, specifically when traditional medications haven&#8217;t been effective in curing the disease.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-8553\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"3\" role=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-8553\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><i class=\"fas fa-plus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><i class=\"fas fa-minus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" href=\"\">Can I put boric acid powder on a tampon and insert it for BV (bacterial vaginosis)? <\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-8553\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"3\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-8553\"><p>This is not recommended. Before using this method for bacterial vaginosis, you should seek advice from your doctor first.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-8554\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"4\" role=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-8554\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><i class=\"fas fa-plus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><i class=\"fas fa-minus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" href=\"\">Can I take 1200 mg of boric acid a day? <\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-8554\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"4\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-8554\"><p>To use boric acid for treating candidiasis, the CDC advises using a 600 mg vaginal capsule only once a day for two weeks. Remember to follow the instructions described on the label. Boric acid has toxic side effects if not used correctly.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-8555\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"5\" role=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-8555\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><i class=\"fas fa-plus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><i class=\"fas fa-minus\"><\/i><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" href=\"\">How is boric acid used to treat conditions in the eyes? <\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-8555\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"5\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-8555\"><p>Boric acid ophthalmic is often utilized as an eye wash to clean or irritate the eyes. It takes away pollutants from the eyes and also helps soothe eye irritation.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Clinical research shows that around 25% of women experience yeast infections. Most yeast infection cases are due to the quick growth of candidiasis, a fungal organism that can thrive in the vagina&#8217;s walls. Many prescription medications are used to treat this condition, but using boric acid for yeast infection has as much capability to eliminate [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":686,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[62,6],"tags":[81,73,70,75],"class_list":["post-684","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-vaginal-yeast-infection","category-womens-health","tag-boric-acid-for-yeast-infection","tag-vaginal-yeast-infection","tag-yeast-infection","tag-yeast-infection-drug"],"acf":{"blogely_seo_title":"","blogely_description_":""},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v18.2.1 (Yoast SEO v19.6) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>How to Use Boric Acid for Yeast Infection (A Complete Guide)<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Are you considering treatment for a Yeast Infection? Learn everything you need to know about using Boric Acid for yeast infection.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/vaginal-yeast-infection\/boric-acid-for-yeast-infection\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"How to Use Boric Acid for Yeast Infection (A Complete Guide)\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Are you considering treatment for a Yeast Infection? Learn everything you need to know about using Boric Acid for yeast infection.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/vaginal-yeast-infection\/boric-acid-for-yeast-infection\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"Healthcare Blog\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:published_time\" content=\"2022-07-20T13:57:27+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2022-08-12T16:30:19+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Boric-Acid-For-Yeast-Infection.jpg\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"1500\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"1000\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/jpeg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"author\" content=\"Oyewale Oyelami\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"Oyewale Oyelami\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"7 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Article\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/vaginal-yeast-infection\/boric-acid-for-yeast-infection\/#article\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/vaginal-yeast-infection\/boric-acid-for-yeast-infection\/\"},\"author\":{\"name\":\"Oyewale Oyelami\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/#\/schema\/person\/bdf077171e535b48f367517279f55cb9\"},\"headline\":\"How to Use Boric Acid for Yeast Infection (A Complete Guide)\",\"datePublished\":\"2022-07-20T13:57:27+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2022-08-12T16:30:19+00:00\",\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/vaginal-yeast-infection\/boric-acid-for-yeast-infection\/\"},\"wordCount\":1451,\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/#organization\"},\"keywords\":[\"boric acid for yeast infection\",\"vaginal yeast infection\",\"yeast infection\",\"yeast infection drug\"],\"articleSection\":[\"Vaginal Yeast Infection\",\"Women's Health\"],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"},{\"@type\":\"WebPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/vaginal-yeast-infection\/boric-acid-for-yeast-infection\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/vaginal-yeast-infection\/boric-acid-for-yeast-infection\/\",\"name\":\"How to Use Boric Acid for Yeast Infection (A Complete Guide)\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/#website\"},\"datePublished\":\"2022-07-20T13:57:27+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2022-08-12T16:30:19+00:00\",\"description\":\"Are you considering treatment for a Yeast Infection? Learn everything you need to know about using Boric Acid for yeast infection.\",\"breadcrumb\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/vaginal-yeast-infection\/boric-acid-for-yeast-infection\/#breadcrumb\"},\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"ReadAction\",\"target\":[\"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/vaginal-yeast-infection\/boric-acid-for-yeast-infection\/\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"BreadcrumbList\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/vaginal-yeast-infection\/boric-acid-for-yeast-infection\/#breadcrumb\",\"itemListElement\":[{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":1,\"name\":\"Home\",\"item\":\"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":2,\"name\":\"How to Use Boric Acid for Yeast Infection (A Complete Guide)\"}]},{\"@type\":\"WebSite\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/#website\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/\",\"name\":\"Healthcare Blog\",\"description\":\"Learn Healthcare Tips from Dr Alexa\",\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/#organization\"},\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"SearchAction\",\"target\":{\"@type\":\"EntryPoint\",\"urlTemplate\":\"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/?s={search_term_string}\"},\"query-input\":\"required name=search_term_string\"}],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"},{\"@type\":\"Organization\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/#organization\",\"name\":\"Healthcare Blog\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/\",\"sameAs\":[],\"logo\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/logo.png\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/logo.png\",\"width\":382,\"height\":106,\"caption\":\"Healthcare Blog\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/\"}},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/#\/schema\/person\/bdf077171e535b48f367517279f55cb9\",\"name\":\"Oyewale Oyelami\",\"image\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/#\/schema\/person\/image\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/ba854b24f3e233e6f6d3638075410b6e2eaf87ec91bb02ef3429104de0d63095?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/ba854b24f3e233e6f6d3638075410b6e2eaf87ec91bb02ef3429104de0d63095?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"caption\":\"Oyewale Oyelami\"},\"url\":\"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/author\/oyewale\/\"}]}<\/script>\n<!-- \/ Yoast SEO Premium plugin. -->","yoast_head_json":{"title":"How to Use Boric Acid for Yeast Infection (A Complete Guide)","description":"Are you considering treatment for a Yeast Infection? Learn everything you need to know about using Boric Acid for yeast infection.","robots":{"index":"index","follow":"follow","max-snippet":"max-snippet:-1","max-image-preview":"max-image-preview:large","max-video-preview":"max-video-preview:-1"},"canonical":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/vaginal-yeast-infection\/boric-acid-for-yeast-infection\/","og_locale":"en_US","og_type":"article","og_title":"How to Use Boric Acid for Yeast Infection (A Complete Guide)","og_description":"Are you considering treatment for a Yeast Infection? Learn everything you need to know about using Boric Acid for yeast infection.","og_url":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/vaginal-yeast-infection\/boric-acid-for-yeast-infection\/","og_site_name":"Healthcare Blog","article_published_time":"2022-07-20T13:57:27+00:00","article_modified_time":"2022-08-12T16:30:19+00:00","og_image":[{"width":1500,"height":1000,"url":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Boric-Acid-For-Yeast-Infection.jpg","type":"image\/jpeg"}],"author":"Oyewale Oyelami","twitter_card":"summary_large_image","twitter_misc":{"Written by":"Oyewale Oyelami","Est. reading time":"7 minutes"},"schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"Article","@id":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/vaginal-yeast-infection\/boric-acid-for-yeast-infection\/#article","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/vaginal-yeast-infection\/boric-acid-for-yeast-infection\/"},"author":{"name":"Oyewale Oyelami","@id":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/#\/schema\/person\/bdf077171e535b48f367517279f55cb9"},"headline":"How to Use Boric Acid for Yeast Infection (A Complete Guide)","datePublished":"2022-07-20T13:57:27+00:00","dateModified":"2022-08-12T16:30:19+00:00","mainEntityOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/vaginal-yeast-infection\/boric-acid-for-yeast-infection\/"},"wordCount":1451,"publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/#organization"},"keywords":["boric acid for yeast infection","vaginal yeast infection","yeast infection","yeast infection drug"],"articleSection":["Vaginal Yeast Infection","Women's Health"],"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/vaginal-yeast-infection\/boric-acid-for-yeast-infection\/","url":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/vaginal-yeast-infection\/boric-acid-for-yeast-infection\/","name":"How to Use Boric Acid for Yeast Infection (A Complete Guide)","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/#website"},"datePublished":"2022-07-20T13:57:27+00:00","dateModified":"2022-08-12T16:30:19+00:00","description":"Are you considering treatment for a Yeast Infection? Learn everything you need to know about using Boric Acid for yeast infection.","breadcrumb":{"@id":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/vaginal-yeast-infection\/boric-acid-for-yeast-infection\/#breadcrumb"},"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"ReadAction","target":["https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/vaginal-yeast-infection\/boric-acid-for-yeast-infection\/"]}]},{"@type":"BreadcrumbList","@id":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/vaginal-yeast-infection\/boric-acid-for-yeast-infection\/#breadcrumb","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Home","item":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"How to Use Boric Acid for Yeast Infection (A Complete Guide)"}]},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/#website","url":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/","name":"Healthcare Blog","description":"Learn Healthcare Tips from Dr Alexa","publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/#organization"},"potentialAction":[{"@type":"SearchAction","target":{"@type":"EntryPoint","urlTemplate":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/?s={search_term_string}"},"query-input":"required name=search_term_string"}],"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Organization","@id":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/#organization","name":"Healthcare Blog","url":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/","sameAs":[],"logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/","url":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/logo.png","contentUrl":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/logo.png","width":382,"height":106,"caption":"Healthcare Blog"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/"}},{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/#\/schema\/person\/bdf077171e535b48f367517279f55cb9","name":"Oyewale Oyelami","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/#\/schema\/person\/image\/","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/ba854b24f3e233e6f6d3638075410b6e2eaf87ec91bb02ef3429104de0d63095?s=96&d=mm&r=g","contentUrl":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/ba854b24f3e233e6f6d3638075410b6e2eaf87ec91bb02ef3429104de0d63095?s=96&d=mm&r=g","caption":"Oyewale Oyelami"},"url":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/author\/oyewale\/"}]}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/684","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=684"}],"version-history":[{"count":16,"href":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/684\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1253,"href":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/684\/revisions\/1253"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/686"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=684"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=684"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/doctoralexa.com\/learn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=684"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}