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Bacterial vaginosis is a kind of vaginal infection caused by an overpopulation of normally occurring bacteria in the vagina, which disrupts the natural vaginal flora.
Bacterial vaginosis is most common in women during their reproductive years, although it can afflict women of any age. The origin is unknown, although certain actions, such as unprotected intercourse or regular douching, raise your risk.
Bacterial vaginosis symptoms and indicators may include:
- Changes in colour, odour, or quantity
- Unusual vaginal discharge
- Vaginal odour that smells "fishy"
- Itching in the vagina
- Urination causes burning
- Sexual discomfort
- Spotting or light vaginal bleeding
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Bacterial vaginosis is caused by an excess of one of numerous bacteria occurring naturally in your vagina. "Good" bacteria (lactobacilli) usually outweigh "bad" bacteria (anaerobes). When there are too many anaerobic bacteria in your vagina, they disrupt the natural equilibrium of microorganisms and cause bacterial vaginosis.
The populations of good and bad bacteria that naturally inhabit the vagina become unbalanced, which leads to BV. BV might also raise your chances of contracting Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID). This is a uterine, fallopian tube, or ovarian infection.
An imbalance can happen for a variety of causes, including:
- having sex with numerous partners
- douching
- avoiding the use of a barrier approach for contraception
- having a pregnancy
- Antibiotics were recently used
- having sexual relations with a new partner
Anyone experiencing symptoms of BV should seek basic medical care from a healthcare provider since untreated BV can result in significant problems. BV is a very common infection that occurs when the delicate balance of microorganisms in your vagina becomes disrupted. It may resolve on its own, but you may require antibiotics from your doctor. Keep in mind that BV might reoccur, but there are actions you can take to lower your risk, so its always better to consult a doctor.