subject: Easy And Effective Natural Treatments For Bacterial Vaginitis [print this page] If you have symptoms which include a foul, fishy smelling vaginal discharge which is accompanied by a watery discharge which is gray or white in color, an unbearable itching and burning sensation around the vagina, then you almost certainly have bacterial vaginitis.
For most women, the first outbreak of BV is rarely their last, with many suffering over a period of years, despite taking antibiotics and using expensive over the counter remedies. It is very often this realization that after doing everything which is seemingly "right", they are still living with a condition which is not only painful and irritating, but highly embarrassing, which leads them to look for alternative methods of treatment in the form of natural treatments for bacterial vaginitis.
So, why don't antibiotics work?
Bacterial vaginitis is caused by an overgrowth of harmful bacteria. This is caused by a simple imbalance of the normally acidic pH levels, which are usually supportive of Lactobacillus bacteria. When the imbalance occurs, harmful bacteria flourishes and causes the unpleasant symptoms of BV. Antibiotics will certainly kill off the harmful bacteria, but what they also do is kill off any beneficial bacteria, as they cannot distinguish between the two.
In addition, what they cannot do is treat the cause of the imbalance, which will still be there, after the harmful bacteria has been killed. This means that the whole cycle will start again and within weeks, you will have bacterial vaginitis again.
This is why over 70% of women who take antibiotics for BV will have repeated attacks within weeks
On the other hand, natural treatments for bacterial vaginitis work in a completely different way. By focusing on enhancing and strengthening the body's immune system and replenishing the beneficial bacteria within the vagina.
There are two particularly good natural treatments for bacterial vaginitis which are both economical to buy and easy to use. Probiotic yogurt can help many women, as it is rich in beneficial bacteria which mirrors that within a healthy vagina. A tampon soaked in this type of yogurt can help to replenish depleted supplies if left in place for an hour or two.
Tea tree oil can also be used effectively. This very powerful natural oil has rich antibacterial qualities and can be used to kill off the harmful bacteria. Try adding 10-12 drops to a shallow bath for two or three days as this may help relieve the symptoms.
Prompt action is always a good idea if you have BV as although not dangerous in the early stages, if left untreated BV can lead to pelvic inflammatory disease and even infertility. If you have had bacterial vaginitis for longer than three days, it is advisable to take positive action.
by: Marie Hopkins
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