Need advice regarding bacterial vaginosis
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I was diagnosed with the gardenella strain of bacterial vaginosis in early June. I tried Metrogel internally and when it did not work, I took Flagyl for 7 days. I still had burning and discharge (no odor) so my Dr. took a vulva biopsy. It just showed hypersensitivity. I had burning and soreness on the vulva. I now have intense vaginosis burning. I have been on dozens of antibiotics since 9/15 due to 15 UTI’s. My Dr. said it was due to vaginal atrophy . I had 2 laser treatments done in Jan. and March of this year. The symptoms of BV started soon after. The laser dr. said it was yeast but it wasn’t. I took doses of anti-fungal meds which I did not need. I have tried a baking soda wash which doesn’t help too much.
Can anyone give me advice on what I can use or take to stop this horrible burning. Many thanks.
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brooke58540 maryann35553
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Hi, I'm so sorry to hear your struggle. You have probably heard it a million times but I would definitely take a probiotic. They make a women's vaginal health one and I'd also take one for gut health. I'd do half a lemon in warm water first thing in the morning (30 min before eating anything.) I would drink alkaline water at room temp at least a glass a day. Try to do yoga or something that relaxes you. I had bv with burning and wearing cotton shorts or something loose helps greatly. Wipe front to back everytime and baking soda bath with a few drops of tea tree eo helped me. If I notice something coming on I also use vh essentials from Amazon. I wouldn't douche ever or do any scented soaps. I get an olive oil soap from natural grocers. I have had bv 3 times in my life and I haven't had symptoms in months! I think trying to make the body less acidic is the most important along with probiotics! I also take a daily womens vitamin. This may seem like a lot but really it's not bad at all! Everything I listed has helped me and I hope it can help you and others as well!
maryann35553 brooke58540
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Thank you for your advice. I have a question: Did you have a white odorless discharge? I have it and when it comes out in the urine it bubbles!! I hope this new GYN can help me. Thanks.
brooke58540 maryann35553
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Hi Maryann,
I have had bv both with and without odor. I have noticed bubbles in my urine as well when I get it. I hope you try what I suggested. Please let me know if it helps you! If you don't always have lemons in the morning you could do a teaspoon or two of organic apple cider vinegar with the mother in the morning. It took me a week or two to get better but I'd rather it take longer and not use antibiotics.
maryann35553 brooke58540
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Thanks for your reply. I saw my primary Dr. last week and had a urine culture done. It came back positive. My doctor knows my history but she still recommended an antibiotic since I was hospitalized with Sepsis last July. I did not take an antibiotic and the infection got worse leading to sepsis. I believe I still have the bacterial vaginosis due to discharge and bubbly urine. I never had those symptoms with my countless UTI’s. I see a new GYN next Tuesday. I hope she can help me. Thanks and I will keep you posted.
abby95012 maryann35553
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maryann35553 abby95012
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