Bacterial vaginosis is a vaginal condition that can create vaginal discharge and is the result of an overgrowth of the normal amount of bacteria in the vagina.
The condition was once called Gardnerella vaginitis, named after the suspect bacteria once thought to cause the condition. However, the new name bacterial vaginosis, is a better term because it explains there are a number of types of bacteria that normally live in the vagina and grow to excess. This is not a dangerous condition, but disturbing symptoms may occur. These symptoms include unusual discharge, an itching or burning sensation and a fishy odor. Bacterial vaginosis is known to cause premature labor, premature birth, infection of the amniotic fluid, and infection of the uterus.
What are the causes?
Some scientists say that multiple or new sexual partners, vaginal douching, and cigarette smoking may be the main reasons for the condition bacterial vaginosis. It is not exaclty known what causes it, but one theory states there is an increase in bacteria, specifically anaerobic bacteria (bacteria that grow in the absence of oxygen).
How to treat bacterial vaginosis?
There are a few different types of methods to treat this condition. One common treatment is the use of antibiotics. A few antibiotics like Metronidazole (Flagyl) is apill form and one taken vaginally is metronidazole gel (Metrogel). The vaginal clindamycin cream (Cleocin) is also an option. The oral metronidazole is known to cause some unpleasant side effects so most women tend to stay away. Side effects are not common with the gels, but yeast vaginitis is a common side effect for treating bacterial vaginosis.
Even after most popular treatments, recurrence of symptoms is likely. More than half the women treating using popular methods experience reoccuring symptoms. Once that happens, a second dose is usually prescribed, but it’s not a 100% cure.
There are other ways to cure bacterial vaginosis besides doctor prescriptions and pills. Some women use a water and peroxide douche and experience no odor or itching shortly afterwards, but this method does not cure it. This method is used as a short term relief. Hydrogen peroxide is naturally produced in the vagina and it acts as a cleaning agent. Emotional stress can also make symptoms worse. Some women cure bacterial vaginosis by cutting back on their sugar intake because sugar feeds yeast cells. Also it is helpful to reinforce your immune system regularly with Vitamin C, Folic acid, and Acidophilus.
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