BV or Bacterial Vaginosis is the most common cause of vaginal discharge. In fact, this condition is an overgrowth of the bad bacteria that is normally found in the vagina. In a healthy vagina, there is a balance of good and the bad bacteria. With Bacterial Vaginosis, the bacteria flourish while the good bacteria are lessened or gone.
In most cases BV is found in women who are sexually active.
The main symptoms of BV are;
- a musky vaginal odor,
- a thin gray or white discharge from vagina
- Irritation and itching in the vaginal area.
Sometimes BV heals spontaneous but if you suspect you are suffering from BV, don't hesitate to visit your doctor because this infection can cause more severe conditions, for instance pelvic inflammatory disease.
Your physician will be able to diagnose BV by physical exam and by testing a swab containing a sample of vaginal discharge. For women in pregnancy, treatment is especially important because BV can cause premature delivery or low birth weight for the baby. In some cases, for pregnant women who have previously had a baby born prematurely, it is often recommended that they get tested and treated for bacterial vaginosis relief if necessary. There are more than 800,000 pregnant American women that are infected with Bacterial Vaginosis each year.
If you suffer from BV, your physician may prescribe Metronidazole (branded Flagyl) for you. While you are under the treatment of Metronidazole, you should avoid even small amounts of alcohol as it will help to prevent nausea or even vomiting. Metronidazole may interact with other medications so it is imperative that you tell your physician about any medications you are taking, whether prescribed or over the counter.
Metronidazole is available in oral form or as a vaginal gel. The oral medication is 500 mg and taken twice daily for seven days. The gel is applied once per day for seven days or twice per day for five days.
Another treatment option is Lactobacillus vaginal suppositories. Lactobacillus is the good bacteria normally present in the vagina. Studies have not been conclusive as to whether it gives BV relief or not. Clindamycin is sometimes prescribed to treat Bacterial Vaginosis.
During a bacterial vaginosis cure, it is recommended that you abstain from sexual relations or reducing the number of sex partners until the infection heals. It is also recommended to avoid douching. Make sure that you use all of the medication your doctor has prescribed even if you feel relief before the cure is over.
by Gerd Petersen
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Friday, October 23, 2009
Can BV Be Relieved Permanently With Traditional Bacterial Vaginosis Treatments?
If you have BV, you need to go through at least one of several bacterial vaginosis treatments, not just because it's symptoms but also because the risk you run for complications. The main complications are;
- Premature labor during pregnancy
- Increase risk of getting sexually transmitted diseases.
The main symptoms of BV are;
- Abnormal vaginal discharge
- Bad fishy smell from vagina
- Itching
- Irritation and swelling of the nether areas
- Cramps in the stomach
A majority of women diagnosed with BV, don't experience the symptoms. How is BV treated?
Do-It-Yourself BV Home Remedies
Bacterial vaginosis treatments with home remedies will vary according to the method they use to fight the infection.
Lactic Bacteria Remedies
These remedies are based on the principle that lactobacilli - the "good bacteria", will prevent infections in vagina.
Tea Tree Oil Remedies
These home remedies kill the bacteria, most likely by producing antiseptic and antifungal substances.
Remedies that lower the Vaginal pH Level
These home remedies are adding an acidic buffer in vagina. This will help to protect against infections like BV.
Most of the home remedies mentioned above will only alleviate the symptoms without eliminating the bacteria or vaginal odor completely.
Treatment with Antibiotics
If you are suffering from BV or you suspect you have it you should always visit your physician or gynecologist for medical advice. The treatment these professionals most likely will give for your bacterial vaginosis is antibiotics. If you are treated with antibiotics, it is very important that you follow the prescription the doctor has given very carefully. Should the symptoms disappear before the treatment period is over, don't stop the treatment but continue as long as the doctor has prescribed. Your physician or gynecologist will also inform you of the unpleasant side effects antibiotics may have on your condition.
There are mainly two antibiotics that are used for treating bacterial vaginosis;
Metronidazole
Metronidazole is available in either oral form or as a topical vaginal cream or gel. The oral medication can be used as a one-time treatment, which means taking one dose one time only. It's more common, however, to administer the treatment over a week or so. Clinical studies have documented that one-time treatment is less effective than the weeklong treatment. Metrodinazole is known as the most efficient antibiotic for treating BV. The problem with this medication are the side effects;
- Nausea and vomiting
- Headaches
- Dizziness
- Allergic reactions
In the cream or gel form, one of the side effects reported is vaginal yeast infection. If you experience any of these side effects during an antibiotic treatment, you should contact your doctor immediately
Clindamycin
Like metronidazole, clindamycin can be purchased as oral medication and topical cream or gel. Clindamycin is also attached with side effects that includes
- Rashes,
- Nausea
- Diarrhea,
- Cramps in the stomach
Speak with your doctor if you experience any of these side effects.
Antibiotics kill the bacteria that cause BV. In 50 percent of the cases though, bacterial vaginosis will recur within one month after the antibiotic treatment. Antibiotic treatment will only give permanent bacterial vaginosis relief for half of the women who are suffering from it.
This fact has forced the medical industry to look for alternative bacterial vaginosis treatments.
by Gerd Petersen
- Premature labor during pregnancy
- Increase risk of getting sexually transmitted diseases.
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The main symptoms of BV are;
- Abnormal vaginal discharge
- Bad fishy smell from vagina
- Itching
- Irritation and swelling of the nether areas
- Cramps in the stomach
A majority of women diagnosed with BV, don't experience the symptoms. How is BV treated?
Do-It-Yourself BV Home Remedies
Bacterial vaginosis treatments with home remedies will vary according to the method they use to fight the infection.
Lactic Bacteria Remedies
These remedies are based on the principle that lactobacilli - the "good bacteria", will prevent infections in vagina.
Tea Tree Oil Remedies
These home remedies kill the bacteria, most likely by producing antiseptic and antifungal substances.
Remedies that lower the Vaginal pH Level
These home remedies are adding an acidic buffer in vagina. This will help to protect against infections like BV.
Most of the home remedies mentioned above will only alleviate the symptoms without eliminating the bacteria or vaginal odor completely.
Treatment with Antibiotics
If you are suffering from BV or you suspect you have it you should always visit your physician or gynecologist for medical advice. The treatment these professionals most likely will give for your bacterial vaginosis is antibiotics. If you are treated with antibiotics, it is very important that you follow the prescription the doctor has given very carefully. Should the symptoms disappear before the treatment period is over, don't stop the treatment but continue as long as the doctor has prescribed. Your physician or gynecologist will also inform you of the unpleasant side effects antibiotics may have on your condition.
There are mainly two antibiotics that are used for treating bacterial vaginosis;
Metronidazole
Metronidazole is available in either oral form or as a topical vaginal cream or gel. The oral medication can be used as a one-time treatment, which means taking one dose one time only. It's more common, however, to administer the treatment over a week or so. Clinical studies have documented that one-time treatment is less effective than the weeklong treatment. Metrodinazole is known as the most efficient antibiotic for treating BV. The problem with this medication are the side effects;
- Nausea and vomiting
- Headaches
- Dizziness
- Allergic reactions
In the cream or gel form, one of the side effects reported is vaginal yeast infection. If you experience any of these side effects during an antibiotic treatment, you should contact your doctor immediately
Clindamycin
Like metronidazole, clindamycin can be purchased as oral medication and topical cream or gel. Clindamycin is also attached with side effects that includes
- Rashes,
- Nausea
- Diarrhea,
- Cramps in the stomach
Speak with your doctor if you experience any of these side effects.
Antibiotics kill the bacteria that cause BV. In 50 percent of the cases though, bacterial vaginosis will recur within one month after the antibiotic treatment. Antibiotic treatment will only give permanent bacterial vaginosis relief for half of the women who are suffering from it.
This fact has forced the medical industry to look for alternative bacterial vaginosis treatments.
by Gerd Petersen
Saturday, October 17, 2009
How To Get The Best Bacterial Vaginosis Home Remedy
Well, it's hard to say what is the best because there is more than one good bacterial vaginosis home remedy. Below are a few suggestions on how to treat BV with simple remedies that are within the reach of most people. These cures have proved to give bacterial vaginosis relief in a majority of cases.
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1 Take Nutritional supplements
Vitamins such as A, B complex, C, D and E contain antioxidants that help in treating bacterial vaginosis. Applications of vitamin E from prepared creams or powdered capsules have proven to help relieve itching.
2 Eat Yogurt
Lactobacillusacidophilus as well as L. bifidus, present in yogurt help restore the acidic balance in the vagina. These remedies can be taken orally or introduced directly into the vagina. Plain yogurt that contains live acidophilus cultures is normally eaten directly.
Acidophilus capsules or powder can be taken orally. Another effective alternative that improves the vaginal area is vaginal inserts of tampons soaked in yogurt,
3 Use Beta-Dine and Gentian Violet
Beta-dine as well as Gentian Violet are both excellent in countering Candida vulvovaginitis. Betadine is an efficient antiseptic iodine bacterial vaginosis home remedy, but should be avoided for treating bacterial vaginosis during pregnancy. Gentian Violet is an efficient antifungal stain and effective in relieving the symptoms of bacterial vaginosis. The drawback is that they are messy and leave stains. Some women have reported allergic reactions to either or both of them.
4 Using Boric Acid Douche
A boric acid douche is an ideal way to acidify the vaginal pH. This BV treatment prevents unwanted bacteria from expanding and destroys that's already there. A drawback is that some women seem to be over-sensitive to this douche.
Summer's Eve medicated douche, containing potassium iodide has also proved to be an effective method of lowering the vaginal pH. Another bacterial vaginosis home remedy that has proven to be efficient is a vinegar douche containing a mixture of one tablespoon of vinegar per quart of warm water.
5 Dieting Issues
Foods containing yeast, like for example cheese - especially cheese containing molds, like blue cheese, sugar, vinegar, alcohol, soy sauce, chocolate, fruits and fermented foods should be avoided.
6 Homeopathy
Homeopathy has proven to work against BV. Common remedies for homeopathic preparations are sepia and pulsatilla.
7 Using Cold Washcloths
Cold compresses can effectively be used for itching as well as swelling. When a cold cloth is placed on the affected area, the blood vessels are constricted, thus making the area less swollen and red.
8 Fill You Tub with Warm Water and Enjoy It
Spending an hour or so in a tub filled with warm water can be an efficient bacterial vaginosis remedy because it is very soothing to irritated genital tissues. Don't use soap. The natural oils of the skin are the body's natural lipid barriers against germs. Soap dries out these natural oils and should therefore be avoided.
Each bacterial vaginosis home remedy mentioned in this article offers a safe, inexpensive and efficient alternative treatment.
Nevertheless, consult your doctor before you start any alternative treatment.
by Gerd Petersen
I Got Bacterial Vaginosis Relief in Days - For more funny movies, click here
1 Take Nutritional supplements
Vitamins such as A, B complex, C, D and E contain antioxidants that help in treating bacterial vaginosis. Applications of vitamin E from prepared creams or powdered capsules have proven to help relieve itching.
2 Eat Yogurt
Lactobacillusacidophilus as well as L. bifidus, present in yogurt help restore the acidic balance in the vagina. These remedies can be taken orally or introduced directly into the vagina. Plain yogurt that contains live acidophilus cultures is normally eaten directly.
Acidophilus capsules or powder can be taken orally. Another effective alternative that improves the vaginal area is vaginal inserts of tampons soaked in yogurt,
3 Use Beta-Dine and Gentian Violet
Beta-dine as well as Gentian Violet are both excellent in countering Candida vulvovaginitis. Betadine is an efficient antiseptic iodine bacterial vaginosis home remedy, but should be avoided for treating bacterial vaginosis during pregnancy. Gentian Violet is an efficient antifungal stain and effective in relieving the symptoms of bacterial vaginosis. The drawback is that they are messy and leave stains. Some women have reported allergic reactions to either or both of them.
4 Using Boric Acid Douche
A boric acid douche is an ideal way to acidify the vaginal pH. This BV treatment prevents unwanted bacteria from expanding and destroys that's already there. A drawback is that some women seem to be over-sensitive to this douche.
Summer's Eve medicated douche, containing potassium iodide has also proved to be an effective method of lowering the vaginal pH. Another bacterial vaginosis home remedy that has proven to be efficient is a vinegar douche containing a mixture of one tablespoon of vinegar per quart of warm water.
5 Dieting Issues
Foods containing yeast, like for example cheese - especially cheese containing molds, like blue cheese, sugar, vinegar, alcohol, soy sauce, chocolate, fruits and fermented foods should be avoided.
6 Homeopathy
Homeopathy has proven to work against BV. Common remedies for homeopathic preparations are sepia and pulsatilla.
7 Using Cold Washcloths
Cold compresses can effectively be used for itching as well as swelling. When a cold cloth is placed on the affected area, the blood vessels are constricted, thus making the area less swollen and red.
8 Fill You Tub with Warm Water and Enjoy It
Spending an hour or so in a tub filled with warm water can be an efficient bacterial vaginosis remedy because it is very soothing to irritated genital tissues. Don't use soap. The natural oils of the skin are the body's natural lipid barriers against germs. Soap dries out these natural oils and should therefore be avoided.
Each bacterial vaginosis home remedy mentioned in this article offers a safe, inexpensive and efficient alternative treatment.
Nevertheless, consult your doctor before you start any alternative treatment.
by Gerd Petersen
Friday, October 9, 2009
Why Is It Crucial To Avert And Cure Bacterial vaginosis?
BV is a nasty disorder we are embarrassed of and don't want to speak about. Below I will give you some reasons to prevent or cure bacterial vaginosis plus a few tips on how to cure or prevent it.
Make an appointment with your doctor if you think you have BV.
I suffered quietly for years, but now I finally got relief from bacterial vaginosis
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Why You Should Take Bacterial Vaginosis Seriously
The reason most women have to take BV seriously is the main symptoms it causes; itching and bad smell from vagina, but these are not the only reasons. Although bacterial vaginosis doesn't cause any problems, there are some risks associated with the disorder. The risks are:
1. Bacterial vaginosis can increase the likelihood of having a HIV infection if you have been exposed to the virus.
2. Increased risk for passing HIV to her sexual partners for a woman suffering from BV and are HIV infected at the same time.
3. Women suffering from BV and has HIV at the same time should have the same BV treatment as women who are free of the HIV virus.
4. Bacterial vaginosis also increases the risk of developing post operation infections, for example for hysterectomy and abortion.
5. Women suffering from BV will sometimes be advised to get BV treatment before surgeries like abortion or hysterectomy, because this will lower the risk of getting an infection.
6. Bacterial vaginosis may increase the probability for complications during pregnancy.
7. For women that are pregnant treatment for BV is crucial.
8. Pregnant women having ever given birth to a child weighing less than five pounds, eight ounces or ever had a premature delivery will in most cases be undergoing a bacterial vaginosis check, whether symptoms or not.
9. Pregnant women with bacterial vaginosis symptoms will in most cases get a check and treatment.
10. BV increases a female's likelihood to get other sexually transmitted diseases like Chlamydia, Gonorrhea and Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV).
How We Can Cure Bacterial Vaginosis
For women who already suffer from this condition, how can they get bacterial vaginosis relief ?
1. The traditional treatment of BV is antibiotics prescribed by a doctor.
2. Two different antibiotics are normally used for BV treatment and the one that is right for you is up to your doctor to decide.
3. Even if the symptoms should disappear, you must take the BV medications completely that your doctor has prescribed.
4. There are some great alternatives to antibiotics out there (see at the bottom of this article)
5. Bacterial vaginosis sometimes clears up without any treatment at all.
6. Even after treatment, bacterial vaginosis can recur.
When You Should Seek Treatment
1. All women with symptoms of BV should seek treatment to avoid complications.
2. Men having been in sexual contact with BV infected women normally don't need to be treated.
3. However, bacterial vaginosis can spread between female sex partners.
Some Tips for preventing BV
The following steps can reduce the risk of creating an imbalance of bacteria in the vagina and developing BV:
1. If you cannot be abstinent, at least limit your number of sex partners.
2. Wash yourself but avoid douching.
BTW, be aware that there are alternatives to cure bacterial vaginosis that can be better and more effective than antibiotics, especially when it comes to recurring BV.
Get Relief From Bacterial Vaginosis Home Remedy That Works-Guaranteed! Click Here for more information...
Make an appointment with your doctor if you think you have BV.
I suffered quietly for years, but now I finally got relief from bacterial vaginosis
Gerd|MySpace Videos
Why You Should Take Bacterial Vaginosis Seriously
The reason most women have to take BV seriously is the main symptoms it causes; itching and bad smell from vagina, but these are not the only reasons. Although bacterial vaginosis doesn't cause any problems, there are some risks associated with the disorder. The risks are:
1. Bacterial vaginosis can increase the likelihood of having a HIV infection if you have been exposed to the virus.
2. Increased risk for passing HIV to her sexual partners for a woman suffering from BV and are HIV infected at the same time.
3. Women suffering from BV and has HIV at the same time should have the same BV treatment as women who are free of the HIV virus.
4. Bacterial vaginosis also increases the risk of developing post operation infections, for example for hysterectomy and abortion.
5. Women suffering from BV will sometimes be advised to get BV treatment before surgeries like abortion or hysterectomy, because this will lower the risk of getting an infection.
6. Bacterial vaginosis may increase the probability for complications during pregnancy.
7. For women that are pregnant treatment for BV is crucial.
8. Pregnant women having ever given birth to a child weighing less than five pounds, eight ounces or ever had a premature delivery will in most cases be undergoing a bacterial vaginosis check, whether symptoms or not.
9. Pregnant women with bacterial vaginosis symptoms will in most cases get a check and treatment.
10. BV increases a female's likelihood to get other sexually transmitted diseases like Chlamydia, Gonorrhea and Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV).
How We Can Cure Bacterial Vaginosis
For women who already suffer from this condition, how can they get bacterial vaginosis relief ?
1. The traditional treatment of BV is antibiotics prescribed by a doctor.
2. Two different antibiotics are normally used for BV treatment and the one that is right for you is up to your doctor to decide.
3. Even if the symptoms should disappear, you must take the BV medications completely that your doctor has prescribed.
4. There are some great alternatives to antibiotics out there (see at the bottom of this article)
5. Bacterial vaginosis sometimes clears up without any treatment at all.
6. Even after treatment, bacterial vaginosis can recur.
When You Should Seek Treatment
1. All women with symptoms of BV should seek treatment to avoid complications.
2. Men having been in sexual contact with BV infected women normally don't need to be treated.
3. However, bacterial vaginosis can spread between female sex partners.
Some Tips for preventing BV
The following steps can reduce the risk of creating an imbalance of bacteria in the vagina and developing BV:
1. If you cannot be abstinent, at least limit your number of sex partners.
2. Wash yourself but avoid douching.
BTW, be aware that there are alternatives to cure bacterial vaginosis that can be better and more effective than antibiotics, especially when it comes to recurring BV.
Get Relief From Bacterial Vaginosis Home Remedy That Works-Guaranteed! Click Here for more information...
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