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Suggest Treatment For Redness, Inflammation And Itching In Vagina Caused By Bacterial Vaginosis
Question: Diagnosed with bv a few daya ago still have symptoms of burning and itching. I am on a iud had sex a week ago with my partner. Dont use condoms im allergic to the latex. Have been having recurring vaginitis for the past five months everytime around my period. Was given a full test of stds in august everytging came back negative
This time around with my bv i still have the intense itching and burning redness and inflammation is gone but have white clumpy mixed with period blood discharge with a sulfur like smell. I am on the metrogel
Ran out today so i am taking metro orally until i call my doctor
Should i be worried about std this time around
What should i do
Why do i get bv every month either before or after my period
This time around with my bv i still have the intense itching and burning redness and inflammation is gone but have white clumpy mixed with period blood discharge with a sulfur like smell. I am on the metrogel
Ran out today so i am taking metro orally until i call my doctor
Should i be worried about std this time around
What should i do
Why do i get bv every month either before or after my period
Brief Answer:
Removing IUD can help.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for trusting us with your health concern.
Having treatment for vaginal discharge multiple times without being relieved of discharge is distressing. Bacterial vaginosis is usually associated with super added fungal infections and if not treated vigorously is notorious for recurrence. A common reason of recurrent infections is simultaneous improper treatment of the partner which keeps on reinfecting the female partner repeatedly.
A vaginal swab culture sensitivity will be helpful in determining the antibiotic which will be most suitable for your infection.
Following life style changes are helpful to prevent future recurrence of BV:
1) Take healthy diet with anti oxidant (like Vit-E/ C, selenium, zinc, lycopene etc) supplements. Drink plenty of water/ juice for better systemic circulation.
2) Do not touch/ wipe out genital area too much. Also avoid inserting objects or douching inside vagina.
3) Maintain genital hygiene with proper shaving & cleaning. Do regular physical exercise by means of jogging/ walking/ treadmill etc.
4) Wear only clean & cotton underwear. Don't wear any tight fitting cloths or pants to avoid repeated friction/ irritation.
5) Avoid using any type of chemical cosmetics or soap or condoms. Try to avoid any type of sexual activity for at least 3 months.
6) Avoid stress/ tension/ mental upset by regular deep breathing (20-30 times)/ yoga. Take a sound sleep for complete relaxation.
IUD itself can be the cause of recurrence.
Please feel free to discuss further. I will be glad to answer the follow up queries that you have.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Rakhi Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Rakhi-Tayal
Removing IUD can help.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for trusting us with your health concern.
Having treatment for vaginal discharge multiple times without being relieved of discharge is distressing. Bacterial vaginosis is usually associated with super added fungal infections and if not treated vigorously is notorious for recurrence. A common reason of recurrent infections is simultaneous improper treatment of the partner which keeps on reinfecting the female partner repeatedly.
A vaginal swab culture sensitivity will be helpful in determining the antibiotic which will be most suitable for your infection.
Following life style changes are helpful to prevent future recurrence of BV:
1) Take healthy diet with anti oxidant (like Vit-E/ C, selenium, zinc, lycopene etc) supplements. Drink plenty of water/ juice for better systemic circulation.
2) Do not touch/ wipe out genital area too much. Also avoid inserting objects or douching inside vagina.
3) Maintain genital hygiene with proper shaving & cleaning. Do regular physical exercise by means of jogging/ walking/ treadmill etc.
4) Wear only clean & cotton underwear. Don't wear any tight fitting cloths or pants to avoid repeated friction/ irritation.
5) Avoid using any type of chemical cosmetics or soap or condoms. Try to avoid any type of sexual activity for at least 3 months.
6) Avoid stress/ tension/ mental upset by regular deep breathing (20-30 times)/ yoga. Take a sound sleep for complete relaxation.
IUD itself can be the cause of recurrence.
Please feel free to discuss further. I will be glad to answer the follow up queries that you have.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Rakhi Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Rakhi-Tayal
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