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There are 3 common vaginal disorders:
- Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) is the most common vaginal infection and is commonly mis-diagnosed as thrush.
- Cystitis is inflammation of the lining of the bladder as a result of infection, irritation or damage.
- Vaginal thrush is a yeast infection caused by the candida species of fungus.
- Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) is the most common vaginal infection and is commonly mis-diagnosed as thrush.
- Cystitis is inflammation of the lining of the bladder as a result of infection, irritation or damage.
- Vaginal thrush is a yeast infection caused by the candida species of fungus.
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Thrush: click here
Cystitis: click here
Symptoms of Bacterial Vaginosis:
If the normal balance of the bacteria in the vagina is disrupted then you might notice
one or more of the following symptoms:
- Embarrassing vaginal odour (sometimes described as smelling ‘fishy’)
- Abnormal discharge (often thin and white-grey in colour)
- Discomfort (normally irritation or soreness in and around the vagina)
Cystitis: click here
Symptoms of Bacterial Vaginosis:
If the normal balance of the bacteria in the vagina is disrupted then you might notice
one or more of the following symptoms:
- Embarrassing vaginal odour (sometimes described as smelling ‘fishy’)
- Abnormal discharge (often thin and white-grey in colour)
- Discomfort (normally irritation or soreness in and around the vagina)
Thrush: click here
Cystitis: click here
Causes of Bacterial Vaginosis:
The vagina is normally quite acidic (pH 3.8-4.5). Certain things can cause the acidity to be
reduced, which makes it hard for the healthy bacteria to survive, and encourages the
overgrowth of unwanted bacteria.
The main contributing factors are:
- Prolonged menstruation
- Use of intra-uterine contraceptive devices (IUDs), commonly known as the coil
- Frequent douching (washing out unwanted organisms along with the normal
harmless bacteria)
- Use of perfumed products in intimate areas
- Sex without a condom (semen has a higher pH level than the vagina)
Other factors include having a new sexual partner, multiple sexual partners, same-sex sexual
partners, the menopause and hormone imbalances.
Cystitis: click here
Causes of Bacterial Vaginosis:
The vagina is normally quite acidic (pH 3.8-4.5). Certain things can cause the acidity to be
reduced, which makes it hard for the healthy bacteria to survive, and encourages the
overgrowth of unwanted bacteria.
The main contributing factors are:
- Prolonged menstruation
- Use of intra-uterine contraceptive devices (IUDs), commonly known as the coil
- Frequent douching (washing out unwanted organisms along with the normal
harmless bacteria)
- Use of perfumed products in intimate areas
- Sex without a condom (semen has a higher pH level than the vagina)
Other factors include having a new sexual partner, multiple sexual partners, same-sex sexual
partners, the menopause and hormone imbalances.
Thrush: click here
Cystitis: click here
Diagnosis of Bacterial Vaginosis versus Thrush:
BV is not the only cause of vaginal discharge. Although more well known, the second most common cause of discharge is thrush, which is a yeast infection called candidiasis.
Unlike BV, thrush typically causes a thicker white discharge which tends to cause itching and soreness around the vagina, but no fishy smell. However, 34% of women think thrush is characterised by odour.
Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) is the most frequently occurring vaginal condition in women of childbearing age and is at least twice as common as thrush.
65% of UK women accurately recognise the symptoms of thrush. However, some women (14%) wrongly identified the symptoms of BV as thrush, which suggests they may be treating their symptoms incorrectly.
Women aged 16-24 were the least aware, with a fifth of women in this age group wrongly describing thrush as ‘vaginal odour, sometimes fishy, and abnormal discharge’ - the symptoms of BV.
However, it is possible to suffer from both infections at the same time.
Cystitis: click here
Diagnosis of Bacterial Vaginosis versus Thrush:
BV is not the only cause of vaginal discharge. Although more well known, the second most common cause of discharge is thrush, which is a yeast infection called candidiasis.
Unlike BV, thrush typically causes a thicker white discharge which tends to cause itching and soreness around the vagina, but no fishy smell. However, 34% of women think thrush is characterised by odour.
Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) is the most frequently occurring vaginal condition in women of childbearing age and is at least twice as common as thrush.
65% of UK women accurately recognise the symptoms of thrush. However, some women (14%) wrongly identified the symptoms of BV as thrush, which suggests they may be treating their symptoms incorrectly.
Women aged 16-24 were the least aware, with a fifth of women in this age group wrongly describing thrush as ‘vaginal odour, sometimes fishy, and abnormal discharge’ - the symptoms of BV.
However, it is possible to suffer from both infections at the same time.
Thrush: click here
Cystitis: click here
Causes of Bacterial Vaginosis:
Balance Activ Vaginal Gel restores and preserves the natural pH balance in the vagina, neutralising the embarrassing odour, and effectively relieving abnormal discharge and discomfort.
Balance Activ Vaginal Gel can also be used to maintain the natural pH balance and prevent recurrence of symptoms.
BV recurrence rates can be as high as 72% following use of traditional antibiotic treatments.
Cystitis: click here
Causes of Bacterial Vaginosis:
Balance Activ Vaginal Gel restores and preserves the natural pH balance in the vagina, neutralising the embarrassing odour, and effectively relieving abnormal discharge and discomfort.
Balance Activ Vaginal Gel can also be used to maintain the natural pH balance and prevent recurrence of symptoms.
BV recurrence rates can be as high as 72% following use of traditional antibiotic treatments.
Thrush: click here
Complications of Bacterial Vaginosis:
If you have untreated BV, you may be at an increased risk of contracting pelvic inflammatory disease and certain STIs such as HIV.
The chance of developing an infection of the uterus is also higher after certain operations such as a pregnancy termination.
If you have untreated BV during pregnancy you have an increased risk of developing complications such as early labour or miscarriage
Complications of Bacterial Vaginosis:
If you have untreated BV, you may be at an increased risk of contracting pelvic inflammatory disease and certain STIs such as HIV.
The chance of developing an infection of the uterus is also higher after certain operations such as a pregnancy termination.
If you have untreated BV during pregnancy you have an increased risk of developing complications such as early labour or miscarriage
Cystitis: click here
Prevention of Bacterial Vaginosis:
When the natural balance of bacteria in the vagina is disrupted, certain bacteria can reach higher levels than normal.
To prevent this from happening, try to take the following precautions:
- Avoid excessive washing (or douching) of the vagina: this may alter the normal balance of bacteria and may make the symptoms more likely to develop
- Try to avoid using perfumed intimate products as use of these has been linked with disrupting the natural vaginal balance
- Use a condom if you notice sex promotes the symptoms. Semen is quite alkaline and can alter the natural pH of the vagina encouraging the overgrowth of unwanted bacteria
Prevention of Bacterial Vaginosis:
When the natural balance of bacteria in the vagina is disrupted, certain bacteria can reach higher levels than normal.
To prevent this from happening, try to take the following precautions:
- Avoid excessive washing (or douching) of the vagina: this may alter the normal balance of bacteria and may make the symptoms more likely to develop
- Try to avoid using perfumed intimate products as use of these has been linked with disrupting the natural vaginal balance
- Use a condom if you notice sex promotes the symptoms. Semen is quite alkaline and can alter the natural pH of the vagina encouraging the overgrowth of unwanted bacteria
