is it true that heavy vaginal discharge the same as bacterial vaginosis?

Question

I have vaginal discharge with no odor. I just treated myself for bacterial vaginosis, everything seemed fine until i noticed heave discharge.

Answer 1

Not necessarily: Bacterial vaginosis is a specific type of vaginal infection that women get, and is quite common. A heavy vaginal discharge simply means there is a lot of discharge from the vagina, but that doesn't say why the discharge is heavy. It could be heavy due to a vaginal infection such as yeast or bacterial vaginosis, but from something irritating them, or from using a vaginal medication for instance.

Answer 2

Not much: Pneumonia is usually used to refer to an infection in the clusters of breathing sacs in the lung. I suppose you could say a bacerial infection of the entry of the lung (tracheitis) could be defined better that way but I have never used it that way.To me they would seem to mean the same thing.

Answer 3

None which work: Many popular supplements claim to boost the immune system. However scientific testing does not show they they actually work in people eating balanced diet. Oddly enough, taking too much of some supplements can actually weaken the immune system (ex. Zinc) washing your hands, eating well, exercising regularly and getting plenty of sleep is the best way to boost your immune system.

Answer 4

Herbs for immunity: Your ability to fight off bacterial infection is the result of a complex immune system. It is very unlikely that supplementation with herbs could have much impact. The best way to prevent infections is with vaccinations and avoidance of exposures to infectious diseases through hygenic behaviors such as handwashing. Saline nasal washes may be beneficial. Probiotics are being studied currently.

Answer 5

Yes: Prediabetes is impaired fasting glucose (ifg) or impaired glucose tolerant (igt). Some patient will have ifg but no igt while other will have igt and not ifg. High risk pre-diabetes are patients who have both ifg and igt.

Answer 6

Yes and more: Prediabetes can be impaired fasting glucose, high glucose after eating or a high hemoglobin a1c.

Answer 7

PUD BLEEDING: Upper GI disorders such as: ulcerations, erosions, varices, strictures, vascular, esophagitis, polyps, diverticula, etc.

Answer 8

Yes: This is a very popular "mommy make-over" combo because women who have children often have abdominal bulges afterwards and the breasts may have enlarged/drooped. The procedures are safe to do at the same time if the patient is in good health otherwise and the doctor has experience with the procedure. Combining the two increases risks slightly so some people choose to do them separately.

Answer 9

Yes: It is 6-8 hours of surgery but people frequently combine operations to save on the recovery time. You must be in good health though.

Answer 10

Commonly: Yes. This is a relatively common commbination but not as common as a breast lift and/or augmentation with a tummy tuck which is referred to as the "mommy makeover" please make sure to see a surgeon to fully discuss e risks, alternatives and benefits to surgery.

Answer 11

Yes...: Some people want to "get it all over with" and want to do their surgery in one anesthetic. This can be expedient but also can be a fair amount of surgery to sustain at one time. Maybe it is less of a big deal with a small breast reduction, but i tend to get the big ones. :).

Answer 12

Very common: Patient safety is the most important consideration with these types of procedures. Patients often want many things done at once. It is very common and safe to perform breast surgery and abdominoplasty at the same time. However, each patient must be evaluated carefully by a board certified plastic surgeon and the risks fully explained.

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