WhitneyCauses and Treatment of Vaginal Bacteria
November 8th 2009 13:17
The causes of bacterial vaginosis are not 100 percent determined, as it seems that the condition occurs when there is a combination of different types of bacteria. Because bacterial is normally in the vaginal area, it can be hard to pinpoint an exact cause. The actual disorder generally develops when there is a decrease in normal, hydrogen-peroxide-producing lactobacilli in the vagina, and when at the same time, there is an increase in the concentration of other bacteria.
It is unknown as to why the bacteria combine to cause the infection, which in a way hinders treatment, as you can't just get rid of one type of bacteria.
Studies have shown that there are factors that increase the chance of developing bacterial vaginosis, which include:
* Multiple sex partners
* Douching
* Smoking cigarettes
If you think that you may have bacterial vaginosis, you want to consult your doctor immediately, as if untreated may cause potential complications in the long run. But, when treated, there are few to no complications. If pregnant, you may experience premature labor, premature birth, infection of the amniotic fluid, and infection of the uterus after delivery, if you develop bacterial vaginosis.
When vaginal bacteria is treated, all you'll need is antibiotics. Oral metronidazole (Flagyl) or a vaginal gel form or metronidazole (Metrogel) are both very common treatments chosen by most doctors. Some doctors may prefer the vaginal cream clindamycin (Cleocin).
For the most part, the oral antibiotic- Flagyl is the most effective at treating vaginal bacteria, but it does have a few potential side effects, which may include a yeast infection, as well as appetite loss, constipation, diarrhea, dizziness, headache, metallic taste, nausea, upset stomach, and vomiting. Some of the more severe side effects may include:an allergic reaction; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling in the mouth, face, lips, or tongue; increased or decreased urination; bloody stool; numbness, tingling, or burning of your arms, legs, hands, or feet; seizures; extreme diarrhea; white patches in your mouth; and vaginal itching, odor, and discharge.
Tinidazole is an antibiotic that may have fewer side effects than Flagyl, and is another effective treatment.
In many cases, bacterial vaginosis is recurrent even after successful treatment. Generally half or more of women who have been successfully treated will redevelop symptoms within 12 months. If you have recurrent bacterial vaginosis, your doctor may prescribe you a second course of antibiotics.
It is unknown as to why the bacteria combine to cause the infection, which in a way hinders treatment, as you can't just get rid of one type of bacteria.
Studies have shown that there are factors that increase the chance of developing bacterial vaginosis, which include:
* Douching
* Smoking cigarettes
If you think that you may have bacterial vaginosis, you want to consult your doctor immediately, as if untreated may cause potential complications in the long run. But, when treated, there are few to no complications. If pregnant, you may experience premature labor, premature birth, infection of the amniotic fluid, and infection of the uterus after delivery, if you develop bacterial vaginosis.
When vaginal bacteria is treated, all you'll need is antibiotics. Oral metronidazole (Flagyl) or a vaginal gel form or metronidazole (Metrogel) are both very common treatments chosen by most doctors. Some doctors may prefer the vaginal cream clindamycin (Cleocin).
For the most part, the oral antibiotic- Flagyl is the most effective at treating vaginal bacteria, but it does have a few potential side effects, which may include a yeast infection, as well as appetite loss, constipation, diarrhea, dizziness, headache, metallic taste, nausea, upset stomach, and vomiting. Some of the more severe side effects may include:an allergic reaction; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling in the mouth, face, lips, or tongue; increased or decreased urination; bloody stool; numbness, tingling, or burning of your arms, legs, hands, or feet; seizures; extreme diarrhea; white patches in your mouth; and vaginal itching, odor, and discharge.
Tinidazole is an antibiotic that may have fewer side effects than Flagyl, and is another effective treatment.
In many cases, bacterial vaginosis is recurrent even after successful treatment. Generally half or more of women who have been successfully treated will redevelop symptoms within 12 months. If you have recurrent bacterial vaginosis, your doctor may prescribe you a second course of antibiotics.
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