subject: Bacterial Vaginosis Natural Remedies - Simple Bv Cures [print this page] If you are considering trying bacterial vaginosis natural remedies, then you may already have gone through seemingly endless rounds of antibiotics and invested hundred of dollars on over the counter treatments, all to no avail. The very nature of BV is such, that conventional medication can only give symptomatic relief.
What this means is that each time you use antibiotics or the various creams and potions you can buy at the pharmacy, you may think that you have got rid of your bacterial vaginosis because your symptoms have gone. Unfortunately, the underlying root cause will still be there.
Bacterial vaginosis is the result of an imbalance of the naturally occurring bacteria which is present within the vagina. Under normal circumstances, various types of bacteria live harmoniously within the vagina, with the "good" strains of bacteria keeping the more harmful strains in check. The precise causes of the imbalance are difficult to determine and this means that to be successful, treatment must be multifaceted. When an imbalance occurs, the symptoms of BV will be present, which include a watery, foul, fishy smelling vaginal discharge coupled with irritation and burning of the delicate vaginal tissues.
You may have read about various bacterial vaginosis natural remedies and it is very true that if your symptoms are mild or if this is your first attack, then adhoc singly recommended treatments may well do the trick. If you have had BV for some time, have severe symptoms or suffer from recurrent episodes, then you may need to use a professional strategy which is tried and tested.
However, the following bacterial vaginosis natural remedies will help to bring some relief:-
* Probiotic yogurt contains high levels of beneficial bacteria which can help to replenish depleted supplies. To get it exactly where it is needed, soak a tampon in the yogurt and leave in place for a couple of hours.
* Tea tree oil is a very powerful antibacterial substance and can help kill off harmful bacteria, whilst still being gentle on the body. It can be used in pessary form (available from health food stores) or can be added neat to a shallow bath (around 12 drops)
* Avoid overwashing, as this can deplete the vagina's protective lubricants, further depleting levels of good bacteria. Wash just twice a day and do not use perfumed products. Also, never douche, under any circumstances
* Cider vinegar has a pH level similar to that of a healthy vagina. Try adding a couple of cupfuls to your bath and this can gently help to rebalance the pH levels
Although not harmful in its early stages, if bacterial vaginosis is left untreated it can lead to pelvic inflammatory disease and can even render some women infertile. Therefore, it is always a good idea to treat the condition promptly. You are particularly at risk if you get repeated attacks.
