subject: Over the Counter Bacterial Vaginosis Treatments - Are They Effective? [print this page] Bacterial overgrowth is the common cause of the condition called bacterial vaginosis. Different species of bacteria can infect the vagina contrary to what was believed long ago. Before, it was thought that only the bacteria Gardnerella vaginitis causes the said condition but medical research suggests that this bacterium is not the only culprit.
Bacteria are naturally present in the vagina and these bacteria are determined to be hydrogen peroxide-producing lactobacilli. When the concentration of other bacteria especially anaerobic ones - is increased, bacterial vaginosis results. This can affect women of any age but is more prevalent in women who are in their child-bearing years. This disease is not sexually transmitted but many factors such as having multiple sexual partners can increase the chances of having this condition.
For some women who have mild cases of bacterial vaginosis, the infection is not treated but for severe cases, consultation with the doctor is advised. Treatments for these cases are important because if left untreated, this may affect a woman's entire reproductive system. The bacteria may spread to the cervix up to the uterus and the ovary.
This could affect her child-bearing ability and her pregnancy. Some women prefer to use over the counter bacterial vaginosis treatments but some of these are not effective. If a woman chooses to just use over the counter bacterial vaginosis treatments, she should first consult her gynaecologist to know the products in the market that are effective. Some may just be fake and the patient could just be wasting her money. Additionally, ineffective treatments may worsen her existing condition of bacterial vaginosis.
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Over the Counter Bacterial Vaginosis Treatments - Are They Effective?
