Bacterial vaginosis is an infection of the vagina, caused by an overgrowth of normal bacteria in the vagina. The vagina normally contains "good" bacteria, which helps keep the body's immune system in balance. However, there are conditions that can lead to the normal balance of bacteria being disrupted and replaced by other "bad" bacteria.
The name - bacterial vaginosis - reflect the fact that there are a number of species of bacteria that naturally live in the vaginal area and may grow to excess. When these multiple populations become imbalanced, a woman can have a vaginal discharge with a "fish-smelling" foul adour.
Bacterial vaginosis is the most common vaginal infection in women of reproductive age. It is not a dangerous infection, but it can cause symptoms that disrupt a woman';s quality of life.
Fortunately, it is a condition that can be easily treated by a herbal remedy that consists of manjakani (oakgall) and pueraria mirifica.
The most common symptom of bacterial vaginosis is abnormal vaginal discharge, accompanied by an unpleasant odour.
A certain amount of vaginal discharge is normal for every woman, but you should be on the lookout for discharge that is more abundant than usual, especially after sexual intercourse. It may have a thin texture and be greyish white in colour.
For some women, the discharge may also smell unpleasant, carrying a fishy adour. Other symptoms include burning during urination or itching around the outside of the vagina.
Bacterial vaginosis may also be asymtomatic, ie, occur without any symptoms at all. There may also be instances where the above symptoms are actually due to other infections that are more serious. So it is always important to go for a medical check-up when you notice them.
Bacterial vaginosis is nothing to be unduly alarmed about, but neither should it be ignored, especially in pregnant women.
If the infection occurs during pregnancy, it can cause premature labour, premature birth, infection of the amniotic fluid and infection of the uterus after delivery.
Like any other bacterial infection, bacterial vaginosis is very common and very easily treated. So don't let it get to a point where complications may occur.
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