The Things You Need to Know About Smelly Discharge and Bacterial Vaginosis
The vagina has a natural odor unique among every woman.
Smelly discharge or fishy vaginal odor is not in the spectrum of 'normal' vaginal conditions.
This can be bacterial vaginosis.
Bacterial vaginosis is a condition caused by a certain species of bacteria called Gardnerella vaginalis.
They are normally present in the vagina and its overpopulation causes bacterial vaginosis.
It is characterized by:
It is a mild infection caused by the overpopulation of the causative bacteria or the decline of the good bacteria responsible in controlling its population.
In some cases, it would be wise for your partner to be treated as well.
Though bacterial vaginosis is a mild infection, it has to be treated thoroughly.
If left untreated, the bacteria can go up to your uterus and fallopian tubes and cause damage to the mentioned organs.
Consult your doctor if you have the mentioned symptoms.
It is of utmost importance to follow the treatment exactly as your doctor tells you to.
If he prescribed metronidazole (Flagyl), you should never take alcohol.
Metronidazole if mixed with alcohol can cause nausea and vomiting even in just small amounts.
Take the medication religiously and thoroughly to prevent recurrence of the infection.
In almost all medical conditions, there are proven effective ways to cure them.
You only have to remember to follow the instructions of your physician when it comes to treating it.
You also need to modify your lifestyle to prevent them from occurring over and over again.
As a whole the general health of the person is the key factor for the occurrence of any infection.
If the person is generally healthy both in mind and spirit, that person is less susceptible for any diseases.
We all know that the human body is a closed system.
Any infringement on this system can cause simple to complex conditions.
It is therefore advised to maintain a healthy lifestyle to ward off any infection.
Smelly discharge or fishy vaginal odor is not in the spectrum of 'normal' vaginal conditions.
This can be bacterial vaginosis.
Bacterial vaginosis is a condition caused by a certain species of bacteria called Gardnerella vaginalis.
They are normally present in the vagina and its overpopulation causes bacterial vaginosis.
It is characterized by:
- Severe and intense itching
- Burning sensation in the labia and the vaginal walls most prominent during sex and after washing your vagina with soap.
- Slight inflammation of the vagina
- Redness White to yellowish, smelly discharge
It is a mild infection caused by the overpopulation of the causative bacteria or the decline of the good bacteria responsible in controlling its population.
In some cases, it would be wise for your partner to be treated as well.
Though bacterial vaginosis is a mild infection, it has to be treated thoroughly.
If left untreated, the bacteria can go up to your uterus and fallopian tubes and cause damage to the mentioned organs.
Consult your doctor if you have the mentioned symptoms.
It is of utmost importance to follow the treatment exactly as your doctor tells you to.
If he prescribed metronidazole (Flagyl), you should never take alcohol.
Metronidazole if mixed with alcohol can cause nausea and vomiting even in just small amounts.
Take the medication religiously and thoroughly to prevent recurrence of the infection.
In almost all medical conditions, there are proven effective ways to cure them.
You only have to remember to follow the instructions of your physician when it comes to treating it.
You also need to modify your lifestyle to prevent them from occurring over and over again.
As a whole the general health of the person is the key factor for the occurrence of any infection.
If the person is generally healthy both in mind and spirit, that person is less susceptible for any diseases.
We all know that the human body is a closed system.
Any infringement on this system can cause simple to complex conditions.
It is therefore advised to maintain a healthy lifestyle to ward off any infection.