Bacterial Vaginosis Recurrent 

If you suffer from recurring Bacterial Vaginosis, you are not alone. Bacterial Vaginosis is the most common viral infection for women in the United States. It is an embarrassing, uncomfortable condition that can lead to pelvic inflammatory disease and other serious complications, if left untreated. It is especially dangerous for pregnant women because the infection can travel up into the uterus and cause premature delivery or low birth weight in babies.

What are the symptoms of Bacterial Vaginosis?

If you notice any of the following symptoms, you may be suffering from Bacterial Vaginosis:

• Increase in vaginal discharge
• Thin vaginal discharge that is white or gray in color
• Strong fishy or unpleasant musky vaginal odor
• Itching, burning or pain in the genital area

You may or may not experience the usual signs of Bacterial Vaginosis. Experts say that over 50% of women with the condition do not notice any symptoms. For this reason – as well as many others – it is important to get a yearly gynecological examination to check for Bacterial Vaginosis.

Where does Bacterial Vaginosis come from?

To understand how Bacterial Vaginosis might occur, you need to understand how the natural flora function in the vagina. In the vagina, there is a greater balance of what’s considered to be good bacteria. These bacteria are of the same type that you might eat in yogurt—lactobacilli. Also present are the bad bacteria, but the good bacteria keep them in balance. When Bacterial Vaginosis occurs, the balance of power shifts toward the bad bacteria as they overtake the natural good bacteria flora.

Though Bacterial Vaginosis is listed as a sexually transmitted disease by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the disease is considered a mild infection and the actual cause of the disease is not known. As such, virgins and women who are abstinent may still experience Bacterial Vaginosis. In addition, women with multiple sex partners or who are currently with a new sex partner might also develop the infection. In addition, many women will experience recurrent Bacterial Vaginosis symptoms. Recurrent Bacterial Vaginosis symptoms are those symptoms that “come and go”.

How is Bacterial Vaginosis treated?

Bacterial Vaginosis and recurrent Bacterial Vaginosis can be treated both medically and homeopathically. You should always consult your doctor if you suspect you have the condition; however, you can combine your doctor’s treatment with homeopathic remedies. 

Your doctor will likely prescribe an antibiotic regimen taken either orally or vaginally and may include Ampicillin, Ceftriaxone, Clindamycin, Tetracycline or Metronidazole. Homeopathic treatments include changes in diet, abstinence from sexual activity until healed and vitamin supplements. You should always check with your doctor before beginning any treatment plan.

Because Bacterial Vaginosis is such a common condition and because many women suffer from recurring Bacterial Vaginosis, we have created this web site to educate women on the causes, prevention and treatment of this condition.

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