Bacterial vaginosis
Bacterial vaginosis is a form of vaginal inflammation in which one or more types of bacteria in the normal flora of the vagina multiply excessively.
Bacterial vaginosis mostly occurs in women during their reproductive years, although this condition can occur in women of any age. Doctors do not know the exact cause of the disease, but some actions increase the risk of vaginosis, for example: unprotected sex, frequent showering
In bacterial vaginosis, one or more types of bacteria present in the normal flora of the vagina multiply excessively. As a rule, "good" bacteria (lactobacilli) are found in greater numbers in the vagina than "bad" bacteria (anaerobic bacteria). If the number of anaerobic bacteria is increased, they disturb the natural balance between the vaginal micro-organisms and cause bacterial vaginosis.
Symptoms of bacterial vaginosis
- Thin vaginal discharge that has a grayish, white color
- Foul smelling vagina, especially after sex
- Itching in the vaginal area
- Burning during urination
- Most women with bacterial vaginosis Your doctor will determine the cause of your condition It will give you information on how to identify your next symptoms
- You have had vaginal infections, although they have different symptoms
- You have had many sexual partners or have a new partner You may have a sexually transmitted infection Sometimes, the symptoms of sexually transmitted infections are similar to those of bacterial vaginosis
- You have been treating a yeast infection at home and you still have symptoms, fever or vaginal odor
