Bacterial Vaginosis - the look alike condition

Those Hard-to-Clean Places

I have always been someone who had the occasional yeast infection
and, once in a while, bacterial vaginosis (BV). I get that I have a
pussy and every once in a while it goes a little off. But now I seem to
have BV perpetually, and I have a few friends who suffer from the same
problem, even with prescribed treatment. I was wondering if this
bacteria has just foiled all medications and now it's time to try a new
course of action. Diet? Anything? Help! BARBARA VACARRO VAGINA

Michelle Bodner, the naturopath I often consult, confirmed the
possibility of the hypothesis that your BV may be resistant to a
prescribed antibiotic, but added this: "It may also be that it's not BV
at all, but a recurrent yeast infection caused by a non-albicans
species of yeast. There are limited anti-fungal treatments available
and most only treat albicans species. The best solution is to look at
the underlying problem, starting with a proper diagnosis."

A friend who was dealing with hellishly persistent BV for
months has managed to clear it with naturopathic solutions, something
that Dr. Bodner also suggests as an appropriate route: "Treat the
infection naturally, improve vaginal pH and flora balance and support
the immune system. Your partner, male or female, should be treated as
well, as it is possible for either yeast or BV to be transmitted
sexually."

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