What is bacterial vaginitis? Its symptoms, causes, treatment

Bacterial vaginitis is a known gynecological disease that manifests itself in abundant discharge from the vagina of white with a sharp odor.

This ailment can be heard under other names, such as colpitis or bacterial vaginosis. Almost every woman, at least once in her life, faces this problem.

Bacterial vaginitis is characterized by a sharp increase in the number of opportunistic microorganisms. And lactobacilli becomes much less. Sometimes they are completely absent. What is important is that, with this type of disease, Candida, Trichomonas, Gonococcus and other pathogens are not detected at all.

The disease can be detected by gynecological examination and by taking smears for analysis. On examination, the patient is diagnosed with hyperemia with spotted hemorrhages along the mucous membrane of the vagina, including specific white discharge. As a rule, a woman complains of sensations of itching and burning in the area of ​​the external genitalia, as well as discomfort during sexual intercourse.

Symptoms of the disease

Symptoms of bacterial vaginitis manifest themselves in a variety of ways, depending on for what reason such violations occurred.

1. Abnormal discharge with an unpleasant odor.
2. Redness and swelling of the vaginal mucosa.
3. Abundance of white discharge, and sometimes even with a trace of blood.
4. Feeling of pain in the lower abdomen.
5. Burning sensation when urinating.
6. Appearance of itching inside the vagina and on the external genitalia.
7. Testing of discomfort during sexual intercourse and decreased sexual desire.

However, it should be noted that in some women the symptoms of the disease may not appear at all. And in such cases, they are detected purely by accident during preventive examinations of an obstetrician-gynecologist.

In cases of abnormal discharge from the vagina, characterized by unusual color, unpleasant odor, irritating effects on the skin, including those characterized by their abundance, you should consult a doctor. After all, vaginitis symptoms that are manifested by itchy sensations can occur at any time of the day, even at night. In addition, it can negatively affect the intimate personal life.

Moreover, vaginitis symptoms often shift to the skin of the buttocks and thighs. Itching, burning, purulent discharge. And in the elderly, dryness of the vaginal mucosa is observed due to age-related changes taking place in the body.

Causes of the disease

Bacterial vaginitis causes different depending on the type of disease.

1. Development of pathogenic bacteria in the vagina.
2. Sexually Transmitted Infections.
3. Weakened immune system of the body.
4. Indiscriminate intimate life( frequent change of sexual partner).
5. Environmental factor.
6. Non-compliance with personal hygiene.
7. Hormonal disorders( ovarian hypofunction).
8. Taking antibiotics or steroids.
9. Diabetes mellitus.
10. Wearing a damp and tight clothing, for example, a bikini or an insufficiently dried swimsuit.
11. Application of deodorants for the intimate area.
12. Bathing in the bathroom with the addition of foam.

All these reasons can only provoke, rather than cause the onset of the disease.

Candidial vaginitis is caused by excessive reproduction in the vagina of yeast-like fungus Candida. It can also arise:

1. when using contraceptives;
2. when using antibiotics in large doses or with prolonged use;
3. when taking steroid hormones;
4. in the presence of diabetes.

Candidial vaginitis is manifested by thick white discharge and severe itching in the vagina.

Bactericidal Vaginitis

Bactericidal vaginitis is caused by opportunistic and specific bacteria: staphylococcus, streptococcus, proteus, E. coli, gardnerella and other bacteria. These pathogens provoke non-specific vaginitis with mixed infection.
This disease is dangerous because there are several types of harmful bacteria in the vagina at the same time. And this complicates the precise definition of the pathogen.

Vaginitis in pregnant women

Vaginitis in pregnant women occurs very often regardless of the length of pregnancy and its presence in the health history. Incorrect treatment can lead to the identification of intrauterine infection, not fetal bearing, miscarriage, and premature birth.

Vaginitis in pregnant women can mainly occur due to the temporary state of immunodeficiency.

Bacterial vaginitis during pregnancy manifests itself with the same symptoms as in women who do not have a baby.

Treatment method

Bacterial vaginitis treatment is carried out in two stages. The first stage is aimed at suppressing the growth of various pathogens. Than to treat in this case an illness? Irrigation with solutions of lactic and boric acids is used. Also use modern drugs. One of them is a wide-spectrum antiseptic - "Fluomizin".

It is prescribed for one vaginal tablet once a day. Duration of treatment is 6 days. Bacterial vaginitis than treated in the second stage? To restore the microflora of the vagina, probiotics with bifido and lactobacilli, and zubiotics are used locally.

The treatment is aimed at correction of immunodeficiency disorders and elimination of concomitant diseases. Also, the treatment of vaginitis is carried out by folk methods.

Although it is believed that this disease occurs only in women, but treatment should be both sex partners. After all, it is often the man who carries the vaginitis and can reward them at any time. Also for the period of treatment should abandon the sexual life or at least use a condom.

Otherwise, the effectiveness of the passed treatment will be reduced to zero. In addition, one should not use even low-alcohol drinks, so that pathological irreversible processes do not arise.
If you experience any of these symptoms, consult a doctor.

After all, timely diagnosis and correct bacterial vaginitis treatment is the key to success in fighting this disease.