Having bacterial vaginosis can be very embarrassing.
For some women, the unpleasant fishy smelling vaginal odor associated with this condition can make them reluctant to mix with others, knowing that the smell is detectable by others.
Fortunately, home cures for bacterial vaginosis can work very quickly and resolve the problem in no time.
BVis the result of an overgrowth of harmful bacteria within the vagina.
Under normal circumstances, the vagina has a slightly acidic pH level which supports an environment of "good" bacteria.
When this pH level is altered (and this can happen for many different reasons) harmful bacteria flourishes and this causes the typical symptoms of BV, including the unpleasant odor, itching and burning and a fishy smelling discharge, which is usually gray or white and watery in consistency.
There are a number of home cures for bacterial vaginosis you can try right now which will set you on the right road.
* Avoid using perfumed products on the vaginal area.
Stick to unperfumed soap and do not overwash.
Washing more than twice daily can strip the area of its natural oils * Stick to wearing panties made from cotton or other natural fibers.
Synthetic fabrics trap in moisture and warmth, both of which create the ideal conditions for bacteria to grow * Always remember to change sanitary protection regularly, even when your flow is light * Wear a condom during intercourse.
Sometimes, the alkaline nature of sperm can affect the levels of beneficial bacteria in the vagina, causing bacterial vaginosis * Do not douche