Question 1

does intravaginal use of 600 mg boric acid help with treating bacterial vaginosis and yeast infections?

Accepted Answer

Yes it can,: by improving the acidity (more acidic is better) of the vaginal secretions, this makes the pH (acidity measure), less favorable for yeast or BV to grow.

Question 2

what are the typical symptoms of bacterial vaginitis?

Accepted Answer

Odor, discharge: A "fishy" odor is the single most diagnostic symptom of bv, usually accompanied by a thin greyish white discharge.  It does not usually cause itching or irritation.  It may be more noticeable after sex.  Many women have BV but have no symptoms at all.

Question 3

what causes bacterial vaginitis and how do you treat it?

Accepted Answer

Let me help: Bv is associated with an imbalance in the bacteria that are normally found in a woman's vagina. The vagina normally contains mostly "good" bacteria, and fewer harmful bacteria. Bv develops when there is an increase in harmful bacteria. 
Bv is treatable with antibiotics prescribed by a health care provider. Two different antibiotics are recommended as treatment for bv: Metronidazole or clindamycin.

Question 4

is rephresh good for bacterial vaginitis ?

Accepted Answer

Good for prevention: Not for treatment, for treatment you need oral or vaginal antibiotics please call your gyn.

Question 5

can bacterial vaginitis cause folliculitis?

Accepted Answer

Bacterial vaginosis: The bacteria that causes bacterial vaginosis is not the same bacteria that causes folliculitis. Folliculitis is usually due to strep or staph bacteria.  Bacterial vaginosis occurs when there is an overgrowth of gardnerella in the vagina.

Question 6

what can cause reccuring bacterial vaginitis bv?

Accepted Answer

Recurrent BV: The explanation for the high rate of recurrence after treatment of BV is unclear. Reinfection is possible, but recurrence is more likely due to failure to eradicate the offending organisms or to reestablish the normal protective vaginal flora. Use of condoms during sex and periods of abstinence have been shown to reduce the rate of recurrence of BV in some studies.

Question 7

how do you get infected with bacterial vaginitis?

Accepted Answer

Unknown: Bv is an imbalance in the bacteria that are normally found in the vagina. The cause is not fully understood. Although not sexually transmitted, it is associated with activities that may disrupt the natural balance. For example, douching or having multiple sexual partners.

Question 8

can a man perform oral sex on a woman with bacterial vaginitis ?

Accepted Answer

Not advisable: You could, but it would not help the woman with healing of the infection.
For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
Practice safe sex, if you have sex.

Question 9

does anyone know about preventing bacterial vaginitis recurrence?

Accepted Answer

Recurrent BV: After initial therapy, most women with a history of recurrent BV benefit from suppressive therapy to remain symptom-free. Any patient with more than 3 documented episodes of BV in the previous 12 months should be offered a long-term maintenance regimen consisting of Metronidazole gel. Some studies have shown a decreased recurrence with use of condoms or periods of abstinence.

Question 10

could a female get bacterial vaginitis from a noncircumcised male?

Accepted Answer

Not usually: Women seldom get yeast or non specific  bacterial vaginal infections from their partners.   The exceptions are gonorrhea, chlamydia and trichamonis and then the circumcised status is immaterial.

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