The issue of using a vinegar solution for treating thrush, does anyone know what solution is the most effective? I know that yeast spores will continue to grow in a mildly acidic environment. Also I am aware of the toxicity of gentian violet, but understand that it is more effective than nystatin and only need to be used for three days, it is also important to only use a .25 or .5% solution. Perhaps with only a three day trial it would solve the problem of waiting weeks to find out that in fact the problem is not a result of yeast? Feedback would be of interest. One of our local hospitals uses grated carrot for treating sore nipples. There has been some concern about the scientific basis for this practice. Although I have been impressed with how quickly it seems to dry up bleeding nipples, however that could also be the result of correcting position/latch. Carrots do contain beta carotene a precursor to vitamin A known to promote tissue healing so perhaps there is something to it. Can anyone help? Susan Moxley IBCLC Ottawa, Canada. [log in to unmask] >