Bacterial Vaginosis - Thrush Away The Candida Vaginal Infection

                

 

Bacterial vaginosis is a common condition in women; and in many cases women diagnosed with the problem become alarmingly concerned, all because they know nothing about this health matter. With a better understanding on bacterial vaginosis, it will however, help the woman cope with any symptoms and more importantly, how to treat it.

Bacterial vaginosis is directed towards the female vagina. In abbreviation (BV) is very much a vaginal condition caused by an overgrowth of various bacteria. It is not just a simple infection caused by one type of bacterium. One of the primary symptoms is vaginal discharge and all women at some time emit this substance. BV has been labeled as being the most common cause of vaginal discharge in women of childbearing age. The vaginal deposit in colour is normally recognized as a white-grey. It is not rare to detect at this stage of the condition a distinctive odour (fishy smell) which women find embarrassing. Embarrassment comes to the fore for the female when having sex because the smell tends to get stronger. Some women may notice a heavier release of vaginal discharge just after a period.

The actual bacterial vaginosis discharge is not as a rule known to cause discomfort i.e. soreness around the vulva or itchiness. For some women their daily activities go undisturbed due to absent symptoms - leaving them unaware that they suffer from the condition. Amazingly In some cases BV is found by chance after a medical examination. Aside from the primary cause - the second cause of discharge can be due to thrush, thrush is an infection caused by yeast called Candida. In contrast to BV you can expect to see a thick white discharge and experience discomfort. Symptoms for this health issue are itchiness and soreness around the vagina and vulva. Once again another embarrassing situation to find your self in if the itch gets out of control.

BV may have several bacteria present in the vagina; it is not solely instigated by just one type. There is still no clear answer as to why the overgrowth of bacteria occurs. However research still goes on. Surprisingly there are many types of harmless bacteria which enter the vagina, however although harmless to the female these bacteria's are a type of defence which wage a war against harmful germs such as Candida etc. There is no indication that this complaint has anything to do with personal hygiene. Bacterial vaginosis is not initiated by lack of profuse cleansing. Facts actually show that excessive washing in the private region can upset the normal balance of bacteria which can encourage it to develop.

A couple of questions that pop up often from women is, is bacterial vaginosis a sexually transmitted disease? No it is not an STD, it can affect any woman. The second question is, are there any possible complications with bacterial vaginosis that I need to know about? Expectant mothers suffering from BV can increase the risk of developing some complications during pregnancy if it is not treated. Complications can be that of miscarriage, early labour, or infection of the uterus (womb) after delivery.

Going without medication (treatment) there is a strong possibility of developing infections. As stated earlier the better understanding on BV the better for the patient. Pick up a leaflet from your local hospital or clinic on bacterial vaginosis, but for a better understanding - talk to your doctor.

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Herbal Remedies For Bacterial Vaginosis

                

 

There are herbal remedies for bacterial vaginosis, other than antibiotics. When bad bacteria invade a woman's vagina, many irritating symptoms can result. For instance, a woman can suffer from soreness, inflammation, burning, swelling, smelly and unpleasant discharge, urinary discomfort, and experiencing pain during sex. Conventional doctors usually recommend prescription drugs and creams to deal with these symptoms. However, please know that these are not the only options available to you.

There are a few naturopathic doctors who described the vagina as having its own kind of ecosystem. Both good and bad bacteria can be found here. The good strains help your body from bad bacteria and other harmful organisms. Using herbal remedies for bacterial vaginosis can help create an environment where bad organisms find difficult to thrive. They help to restore the vagina's normal pH, decrease irritation and inflammation, and do away with the infecting organisms. Still, the success here is dependent on correctly diagnosing the root cause of the problem.

Vaginitis can happen because of 2 main reasons. They are either from a bacterial infection, or they result from the fungal yeast Candida albicans. It is important that a diagnostic test be done to discover what type of vaginitis you have before you start on any form of treatment. You want to use the appropriate treatment to target the type of bacteria, yeast or parasite that is invading your body. In the meantime, refrain from consuming a lot of sugar, refined carbohydrates or alcohol.

Herbal remedies for bacterial vaginosis include:

1. Garlic can put up a very strong fight against infections. Garlic contains many important antibacterial and antifungal properties. This is why this is one of the best herbal remedies for treating bacterial infections such as vaginal infections. If you decide to take garlic in the form of a supplement, it should contain 5,000 micrograms of alliums (the compound in garlic that contains the highest infection-fighting properties ). Consume 1 or 2 garlic capsules per day until the symptoms subside.

2. Goldenseal contains immunity-boosting properties. It contains a chemical known as barbering. It is a chemical that has been shown to fight off bacteria and Candida fungus that reside in the vagina' mucous membranes. Recommended dosage is about two 500-milligram goldenseal capsules once or twice a day until the symptoms subside.

3. Tracheal is a traditional herb that is used to help eliminate toxins such as bacteria or parasites out of your body. This is one of the herbal remedies that is used to restore a normal flow of bodily fluids. Simply soak one teaspoon of dried tracheal in 1 cup of hot water. Drink this as a tea before bedtime. If you do not like the the taste of this tea, by all means, consume two 500-milligram capsules of tracheal before bedtime daily instead.

Evelyn Lim is the publisher of a newsletter on Herbal Home Remedies. She draws on her practical knowledge passed down by her grandmother in the use of herbs to treat common ailments and shares about them in her newsletter. For free information and a bonus MP3 download, please visit her site at http://www.HerbalRemedyTips.com

Symptoms of Bacterial Vaginosis

                

 

Millions of women every year experience bacterial vaginosis and many of these women will have recurring bacterial vaginosis.

One problem is that as many as fifty percent of the women with BV will not show any symptoms of bacterial vaginosis and therefore there are probably many more women that do not even know they have this infection.

What are the symptoms of bacterial vaginosis?

• Increased or abnormal discharge
• Fishy vaginal odor
• Itching
• Burning

While some discharge is of course perfectly normal for women if your discharge changes then this is an indication that something may be wrong.

The discharge of bacterial vaginosis will usually be white, gray or pearly gray and thin. The discharge will also tend to cling to the vaginal wall. The discharge may also carry the fishy vaginal odor.

The next symptom of bacterial vaginosis that is very distinct is the fishy vaginal odor. Again many women won't experience it but this symptom is what makes women take action because it is particularly annoying. It also can make a woman extremely embarrassed during public or intimate situations.

Women are also very likely to avoid intimate situations at all costs and will not reveal the reason why. This can lead to a great deal of increased stress to the woman and in the relationship.

The other two symptoms of bacterial vaginosis are not as likely to occur but they are also very vague indicators and could easily be representative of another problem like a yeast infection or any number of other female problems or potentially a sexually transmitted disease (STD).

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