NuvaRing Yeast Infection, Perineum Area, Groin Area, Negative Experiences, Severe Itching
I haven't had this confirmed yet, but I think this itchy, swollen skin in the perineum area is from the Ring. I've been using it since July of 2005 and honestly didn't notice any problems at first. I am loving the short menstruation time, actually. Then this past spring I noticed this severe itching in the groin area and the doctor actually said she didn't know what it was! ... more »
I haven't had this confirmed yet, but I think this itchy, swollen skin in the perineum area is from the Ring. I've been using it since July of 2005 and honestly didn't notice any problems at first. I am loving the short menstruation time, actually. Then this past spring I noticed this severe itching in the groin area and the doctor actually said she didn't know what it was!
Just wondered if anybody else had had something like this. I know its not a yeast infection or any other type of infection (the doctor tested for that stuff).I haven't had any other negative experiences with the ring.

