subject: Bacterial Vaginal Infection Treatment Strategies-natural Ways To Treat Bv [print this page] If you have symptoms including a fishy smelling watery vaginal discharge, which is gray or white in color and have irritation around the delicate tissues of the vagina, it is highly likely that you are suffering from the common condition known as bacterial vaginosis. Although embarrassing and uncomfortable, there are a number of bacterial vaginal infection treatment strategies you can use to get you back on the right track.
A bacterial infection in the vagina is caused by an imbalance of the pH level within the vagina. Normally, the pH level of a healthy vagina is mildly acidic and when this is disrupted, the symptoms of BV will occur. An overgrowth of harmful bacteria is likely, as this thrives in an alkaline environment.
The following bacterial vaginal infection treatment strategies can be tried at home.
* Add 12 drops of tea tree oil to a shallow bath and sit in it for 20 mins. Alternatively, try tea tree oil pessaries
* Do not wash the vagina too often as this depletes the protective lubricants. Instead, wash twice daily, using only unperfumed soap
* Try introducing beneficial bacteria directly into the vagina via a tampon
* Wear cotton panties, avoiding any synthetic material. Cotton will allow the area to "breathe"
* Take a multivitamin supplement. Sometimes a bacterial vaginal infection can be caused because your resistance to infection is low
* To ease any discomfort, wrap an ice pack in a face cloth and place between the legs. This can be a very soothing sensation if your symptoms include burning and itching.
Although isolated outbreaks are not particularly dangerous, most women want to get rid of the symptoms fast. If you have recurrent outbreaks, this can lead to pelvic inflammatory disease and can even result in infertility.
by: Miriam Hopton
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