Natural and Home Remedies Guide

Bacterial vaginitis










Bacterial vaginitis is a vaginal infection. It is one of the most common reasons for vaginitis during reproductive years. Bacterial vaginitis is not a STD; however it can be caused through sexual intercourse. It can also occur among lesbians through exchange of vaginal fluids.

Symptoms of Bacterial vaginitis

Signs and symptoms

Some of the signs and symptoms of bacterial vaginitis are as follows.

- There could be changes in the odor and colour of the vaginal discharge.

- Itching or irritation in vagina.

- Pain while urinating.

- Light bleeding from vagina.

- Fishy odor and grayish white discharge from vagina; especially after sexual intercourse.

Causes of Bacterial vaginitis

Bacterial vaginitis Causes

The main cause of bacterial vaginitis is an overgrowth of anaerobic bacteria and the Gardnerella organism. Generally in a vagina there are more Lactobacillus bacteria than bad bacteria like Gardnerella Vaginalis and Mobiluncus. When the number of bad bacteria increases in vagina, they upset the balance. and this imbalance causes bacterial vaginitis

This imbalance could be caused due to various reasons such as

Repeated sexual intercourse in a short duration which leads to a rise in the vaginal pH and results in growth of bacteria and infectionlike symptoms.

-Moisture (for long period of time) in the vaginal area caused by restrictive and nonabsorbent synthetic clothing.

 

-Use of chemicals that may cause irritation.

 

-Use of antibiotics that disrupt the balance of the bacterial environment in the vagina.

Remedies for Bacterial vaginitis

Treating Naturally

- Eat or apply plain yogurt directly to the vagina. Alternatively, a tampon soaked in yogurt can be inserted.

- Garlic has antibacterial and antifungal properties. Garlic can be taken internally or can be applied directly on the vagina.

 

- Use calendula herb to reduce the inflammation.

 

- Herbs like tea tree oil, black walnut, Echinacea and goldenseal are effective in treating bacterial vaginitis.

 

- Use boric acid douche to acidify vaginal pH.

 

- Douche to reduce inflammation Add 12 tsp of calendula to boiling water, steep the mixture and cool it before use.

 

- Soak a tea bag in water and cool it in refrigerator and then apply it to the vagina.

Diet for Bacterial vaginitis

Healthy Diet

Eat a healthy diet comprising of fresh fruits and vegetables. Include flax seed oil and meal in your diet. Drink lots of water. Eat non vegetarian foods like meat, poultry and fish. Eat whole grains. Avoid alcohol, refined flour, processed foods, sugar, coffee and saturated fats.

Suggestion for Bacterial vaginitis

Other ways to deal with the problem

-Use well washed under garments.

- Maintain good toilet hygiene.

 

- Always take a warm bath.

 

-Avoid irritants like scented tampons.

 

- Use condoms during sexual intercourse.

 

- Always keep vaginal area clean.

 

- Clean your vagina area thoroughly after having sex.

 

- Avoid tight clothes and wear cotton panties.

 

- Avoid douching as it disturbs the balance of the microorganisms within the vagina.

 

- Be sure to clean diaphragms, cervical caps and spermicide applicators after each use.

 

- Take care to clean the anal area from front to back to prevent the intestinal bacteria from spreading into the vagina.

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