Guide to natural cures for Bacterial Vaginosis

Bacterial vaginosis:
Bacterial vaginosis or vaginitis is an inflammation which occurs in the vagina and includes several strains of germ that cause bacterial vaginosis yeast infections and trichomoniasis. Many women mistakenly believe that yeast infections are the most common type of vaginal infection but bacterial vaginosis is the most frequently occurring vaginal infection affecting from 10 percent to 64 percent of the female population at any given time.

Natural cures:
Natural cures for bacterial vaginosis include following a healthy diet rich in fruits and vegetables. Yogurt may also help treat or ease the symptoms of BV. However, it is strongly recommended that pregnant women go to their health care provider for recommended treatment methods because of the possible pregnancy complications that can arise from bacterial vaginosis. Recurrent bacterial vaginosis is also possible; therefore you should always make an appointment with your health care provider when your suspect BV to make sure you is following the correct course of treatment.

Preventing BV
Use these tips to prevent bacterial vaginosis:

- Always wipe from front to back to avoid spreading bacteria from the rectal area to the vagina
- Keep your vulva dry and clean
- Avoid using douches, harsh soaps or heavily fragranced soaps
- Wear cotton underwear and pantyhose with a cotton crotch