A healthy vagina normally has a balance consisting of “good” and “bad” bacteria. The “good” bacteria normally outnumber the “bad” bacteria. In an unhealthy vagina however, the “bad” bacteria begin to increase in number upsetting the balance within the vagina, this is when bacterial vaginosis starts to develop.
Cause and contributors
• New or multiple sex partners
• Not using condoms
• Douching
• Antibiotics
• Spermicides
• Vaginal hygiene products
• Detergents
• Fabric softeners
• IntraUterine Device (IUD) for birth control
• Presence of a Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) could increase risk of BV up to 64%
• Stress
• Menstruation
• Pregnancy (about 10% to 30% of pregnant women develop BV)
• Birth control pills
Symptoms
• A foul or fishy odor (smell is worse after sex)
• Milky white or gray vaginal discharge (non-common)
• Itching around the vagina
• Burning pain after urination (not as common)
• Irritation around the vagina
(NOTE: Some women with BV have no symptoms. If you suspect something may be wrong and none of the above symptoms are present, consult a medical professional.)
Bacterial vaginosis and pregnancy
Any and all pregnant women should be tested and treated but make sure you speak with your doctor about what is best for you. If not treated bacterial vaginosis may cause premature delivery and low weight babies usually less than five pounds. If not treated bacterial vaginosis may cause more serious symptoms and can lead to a serious condition called Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID). Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) occurs when bacteria from the vagina travels up to the reproductive organs and may result in infertility.
Treatment
There are two ways to treat BV.
Bacterial vaginosis can be treated with antibiotics prescribed by a medical professional. Either metronidazole (met-roh-NIH-duh-zohl) or clindamycin (klin-duh-MY-sin).
(NOTE: Male sex partners do not need to be treated. However, BV may be spread to female sex partners. If your current partner is female speak with her about treatment.)
Initial success rate for prescribed medication is about 5 out of 6 women. However, there is about a 30% chance that BV will reoccur within 4 to 6 months. This brings the actual success rate to about 50% to 65%.
Here are some common figures one can expect.
• A doctor visit may cost up to $100
• MetroCream .75% (1) 45gm tube $160.86
• Cleocin 150mg 30 capsules $92.34
There are also herbal and home remedy alternatives for treating BV. Many women have taken this approach over the antibiotics for various reasons. Here is a list of some of the advantages.
• Treatment may cost as little as $5.
• Remedies are natural.
• Easy to prepare with household items.
• Long lasting remedy (never deal with bacterial vaginosis again)
If you are interested in a drug free natural approach that works, I recommend (BVgone4ever.cn.to). It is a 40 page downloadable e-Book containing a wealth of the best home remedies around for people who suffer from this condition. It also includes step by step instructions detailing what one must do to maintain a healthy BV free vagina for the rest of your life.
(NOTE: It comes with a 100% no questions asked money back guarantee so you have nothing to lose.)
Once again for a healthy BV free vagina go to: (BVgone4ever.cn.to)
Conclusion
Bacterial vaginosis is something no woman should ignore. It is a serious condition that should be looked into and dealt with immediately. Weather it is with prescription drugs or with the natural home remedy approach, no women should be unprepared when facing Bacterial Vaginosis.
I hope you found this post helpful.
P.S…I would appreciate any comments, thank you and stay healthy. :-D
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