Treatment advice for Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)
- Antibacterial creams
- Balance activ pessaries
- Antibacterial tonics
What can I do to prevent Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)?
- Minimise vaginal irritation (not using scented soaps, bubble bathes and deodorants)
- Avoid regular douching
- Avoid sexual transmitted diseases
- Avoid any triggers that you may have identified yourself
Antibiotics taken by either:
- Oral tablets
- Topical creams
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Advice for Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)
What causes Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)
BV is cause by the over growth of a bacteria called Lactobacillus (which is naturally found on the vagina)
- Women in there reproductive years are most likely to get BV
- Multiple or a new sexually partner(s) can increase the risk of BV
- Douching can also disrupt the natural balance of the bacteria causing BV
- Natural lack of Lactobacillus
What are the symptoms of Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)
Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) often causes a unpleasant smelling vaginal discharge however most women have no symptoms whatsoever.
- Increase of discharge from vagina
- Discharge and odour may be noticeable during and after sex also during periods
How is Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) diagnosed?
- Questions about medical history
- Swab sample taken of discharge
- Vaginal pH test
