BV Info

Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) by Aviva Romm IMO doctors are having the wrong conversations about BV and it's resulted in women thinking that they have an infection "down there". What BV really refers to is an imbalance in the already existing bacteria in your vagina, making an otherwise healthy bacterial community an unhealthy one. As a result, antimicrobial meds are antibiotics to "solve the problem." While meds can be completely appropriate, especially in pregnancy or when BV symptoms are miserable and persistent, the problem is that this is often a stop gap measure that doesn't restore health to the delicate and important vaginal microbiome. This's why approaching the underlying vaginal flora imbalance is crucial to truly heal BV, particularly if recurrent. This includes: Restoring a healthy gut and vaginal microbiome- Both play a huge role in the total ecology of your body, including your vaginal ecology. So supporting both is important in vaginal health. Balancing blood sugar- Vaginal flora thrive in exactly the right pH. When this pH is off, the wrong microorganisms can take over. Blood sugar can play a role in vaginal pH. We see this in the extreme in diabetes, but it's healthful for all of us to pay attention to. Having smart sex- sex with a penis-owner can affect your vag-ecology - so consider condoms if your partner's jizz seems to trigger BV in you. This may be even more of an issue in menopause - so even if you're not trying to avoid pregnancy anymore, they can help. Using vagina-friendly products- The chemicals and fragrances found in feminine products and soaps disrupt the balance of your pH and affect your hormones. Also, avoiding douching as all cost. Avoiding unnecessary antibiotics- Antibiotics save lives, but they are also overprescribed and cause their own set of health issues when overused. Ask your provider if another option is available. Consider herbal support.

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