BACTERIAL VAGINOSIS

OVERVIEW

Bacterial vaginosis is a female reproductive disorder in which infection of vagina occurs. Normally, vagina contains good bacteria and bad bacteria. They are present in a balance. But in bacterial vaginosis, the bad bacteria outgrow good bacteria leading to vaginal infection. It is a very common problem in females. The most common symptoms include greyish-white discharge and fishy odor. It can cause itching in some females.

Bacterial vaginosis can occur at any age but it is most common during the reproductive years. Unprotected sexual intercourse and frequent vaginal douching are the main causes of bacterial vaginosis.

The treatment of bacterial vaginosis includes some oral medications. One should avoid the causes and eat healthy food. A good lifestyle is very beneficial for its prevention.

WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF BACTERIAL VAGINOSIS?

Bacterial vaginosis occurs when the vaginal flora gets imbalanced. There are two types of bacteria present in the vagina – good bacteria and bad bacteria. Good bacteria are known as lactobacilli and bad bacteria are known as anaerobes. They are present in a balance in healthy vagina. But when the bad bacteria outnumber good bacteria, then it leads to bacterial vaginosis.

WHAT ARE THE RISK FACTORS OF BACTERIAL VAGINOSIS?

There are some factors which increase the risk of a person developing bacterial vaginosis. Following are the risk factors of bacterial vaginosis:

• Pregnancy
• Having multiple sexual partners
• Not using condoms
• Having a intrauterine device in the uterus
• Vaginal douching
• Less production of lactobacilli bacteria
• Intake of antibiotics

WHAT ARE THE SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF BACTERIAL VAGINOSIS?

The common signs and symptoms of bacterial vaginosis are:

• Thin discharge from vagina
• Whitish-grey discharge from vagina
• Fishy odor from vagina
• Itching from vagina
• Vaginal irritation
• Burning sensation during urination

WHAT ARE THE ASSOCIATED COMPLICATIONS OF BACTERIAL VAGINOSIS?

Bacterial vaginosis is easily treatable by medications but if not treated on time or properly, then it can lead to various complications. Following are some of the associated complications of bacterial vaginosis:

• Sexually transmitted infections such as AIDS, gonorrhea, chlamydia, etc
• Pelvic inflammatory disease
• Difficult in conceiving
• Complications in pregnancy
• Increased risk of infections after any surgical procedure such as dilatation and curettage, etc

HOW BACTERIAL VAGINOSIS 3CAN BE PREVENTED?

Bacterial vaginosis can be prevented by taking some of the following steps:

• Avoid vaginal douching
• Not having multiple sexual partners
• Doing protected sexual intercourse
• Wearing cotton underwears
• Not using scented vaginal products
• Not using tight clothing

HOW THE DIAGNOSIS OF BACTERIAL VAGINOSIS CAN BE DONE?

The doctor will ask about the signs and symptoms of the disease to the patient. He will ask about the family history and past medical history of the patient. A pelvic exam of the patient is performed. Then a sample from her vagina is taken  for lab analysis. Some of the vaginal tests which are recommended are:

• Whiff test
• Wet mount
• Vaginal pH

CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTRE’S MEDICATIONS FOR THE TREATMENT OF BACTERIAL VAGINOSIS

Here are some of the medicines of Chandigarh Ayurved centre which are used for the treatment of bacterial vaginosis:

1) Detox Premium Powder

This herbal powder is prepared from ingredients such as parwal pishti, shukta pishti, jahar mohra pishti, akik pishti, giloy satv, & tal sindoor. These all ingredients in combination reduce excessive white discharge from the vagina, pain during micturition, abdominal cramps, itching, & fatigue, etc.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 sachet twice daily with normal water.

2) Leuco Care Tablets

These herbal capsules treat vaginal discharge, foul smell, painful conditions, fatigue, etc. The various ingredients used for the formation of the capsules are Kukkutandwaka bhasma, Mochras, Supari, Nagkesar, Ashok, Gond katira, etc that is good for leucorrhea patients.

Recommended Dosage: Take 2 tablets twice daily with normal water.

3)  Femine care tablet

It is a pure and natural remedy that contains various herbs extract that works on the female reproductive system and make it healthy. These tablets show antioxidant properties, anti inflammatory and immuno modulater properties. It contains Ghritkumari , Muramakki, Sonth. It works in various diseases like pcod, bulky uterus, endometriosis, general female health, irregular menses, and uterine fibroids. It affects on Tridosha- balances Vata and Kapha.

DOSE– 1-2 tablets two times a day or as directed by physician.

4) Women Champion Syrup

Woman Champion is purely herbal and ayurvedic formulation. It is a very effective tonic for women and help to maintain their health. It balances all the doshas of body and also maintain hormone levels . It contains herbs like Lodhra, Manjishta, Ashok chaal, Punarnava,Shatavar,Bala,Daruharidra,Nagarmotha that help women typically with mood changes, stress, headache and pain. CAC Women champion helps in leading a life of minimum discomfort during those difficult days every month.

Recommended Dosage: Take 2 tablespoon a day or as directed by physician.

5)  Trikatu Tablet

Trikatu Tablet is a hebo-mineral tablet of 650 MG and is purely Ayurvedic formulation. CAC Trikatu Tablet helps to eliminate excess Kapha or mucous from the body, supports respiratory system, manages weight, helps to take out impurities or ama from the body, supports healthy detoxification, reduces swelling. It shows anti-inflammatory, analgesic, expectorant, antioxidant properties. This tablet is made up of equal parts of three herbs such as Pippali (Piper longum), Shunthi (Zingiber officinale), & Marich (Piper nigrum) that maintains the metabolism in the body.

Recommended Dosage: Take 2 tablets twice daily with normal water.

6)  Re Fresh Tablet

Re Fresh Tablet is a pure herbo-mineral formulation prepared from best quality of herbs. This tablet is best for female mental and physical health, also helps to boost up the immunity. The herbal ingredients present in these tablets are used to maintain person’s health and refreshes the mind and body. These tablets improves digestion, eliminates constipation, stress, nourishes brain,  acts as analgesic, anti-inflammatory, etc.

Recommended Dosage: Take 2 tablets twice daily with normal water.