gailthorpe
Jun 13, 20221 min
Bacterial vaginosis is a type of vaginal inflammation caused by the overgrowth of bacteria naturally found in the vagina, which upsets the natural balance. Women in their reproductive years are most likely to get bacterial vaginosis, but it can affect women of any age.
Symptoms include
Vaginal discharge with foul-smelling
Grayish or white vaginal discharge
Burning sensation while urinating
Itching around the vagina area
Causes
It is not a sexually transmitted disease, but an infection that can be transmitted from one sexual partner to another.
Overgrowth of one of several bacteria presents naturally in the vagina.
The risk factors include:
Having multiple sex partners
Douching
Natural lack of lactobacilli bacteria
Prevention
Lower the vaginal irritation by using mild, non-deodorant soaps
Use unscented pads
Don't over-clean the vagina as it disturbs the vaginal pH
Limit the number of sex partners
Use latex condoms
Abstain from intercourse to reduce the risk of a sexually transmitted infection
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