Patient's question:
Hello, I have been having vaginal bleeding these days, along with lower abdominal pain and increased discharge. I was diagnosed with bacterial vaginosis. What should I do about bacterial vaginosis?Doctor's answer:
Hello, bacterial vaginosis. Bacterial vaginosis is a disease caused by an imbalance in the vaginal ecosystem, where Gardnerella, anaerobic bacteria, and other pathogens increase while lactobacilli decrease. Active treatment can completely eliminate susceptible factors. Maintain cleanliness and dryness of the external genitalia, use feminine hygiene products to clean the external genitalia daily, and prevent scratching. Change underwear frequently or use warm water for disinfection. Never wash with other clothes to prevent cross-infection. Oral metronidazole is the most effective treatment. Never self-treat bacterial vaginosis. There are many treatment methods for bacterial vaginosis, but since the patient's condition varies, the treatment methods also differ. Therefore, it is recommended that patients seek diagnosis and treatment as soon as symptoms appear.