There wasn't too much information on the site, as though they didn't want to give info to people without further studies being done. However, taking 1200 to 3600 mcg of folic acid supposedly cures bacterial vaginosis, and taking the daily recommended amout prevents it. Has anyone heard of this? Do you know how true this is?
I read on another site that large amounts of folic acid is not lethal, but has no benefit past 1000 mcg. Also, it mentioned that taking daily amounts over 1000 mcg could mask a B12 deficiency. Alicia, thank you for your information on bacterial vaginosis, but I'm just curious about the supposed natural cure/prevention. I have never heard that, nor do I know anything about folic acid. But I can tell you one thing that will kill an infection and does it very fast, is cheap, not messy.
Most of the medicines on the market will take as long as 2-4 days to kill the infection, and some where in there it kills the pain and burning of the infection. The one I know will do the trick in a matter of hours.
Get you some Alka-Seltzer original, follow the directions on the package. You can take it every 4 hours. After you have taken your first dose, and the first time you have to urinate, there should be no burning. Keep on taking it every 4 hours. Before you go to bed, take another dose, by in the morning, the infection is gone. I always keep a box at my house on hand just in case an infection flares up on me. The first sign of it, I take a dose and it is gone within an hour. Thank you voters for picking my answer as your best answer. Report It
i have heard this too, also that taking vit B and vit C can help, i got yeast all the time throughout my pregnancy so now that im pregnant again i am going to try it... or you should try eating that new yogurt Activia, its really good and got rid of mines a few weeks ago because i can't take pills to get rid of it this early in pregnancy. Bacterial vaginosis is an abnormal vaginal condition that is characterized by vaginal discharge. The condition results from an overgrowth of normal bacteria in the vagina. In the past, the condition was called Gardnerella vaginitis, after the bacteria that was thought to cause the condition. However, the new name, bacterial vaginosis, reflects the recent research establishing that there are a number of species of bacteria that naturally live in the vaginal area. The Gardnerella organism is not the sole culprit causing the symptoms. When these multiple species of bacteria become imbalanced, a woman can have a vaginal discharge that is associated with a foul odor.
Bacterial vaginosis is not passed by sex and is not dangerous, but it can cause disturbing symptoms. Any woman with an unusual discharge should be evaluated so that serious infections, such as chlamydia and gonorrhea, can be excluded.
What are the symptoms of bacterial vaginosis?
The symptoms of bacterial vaginosis are vaginal discharge and odor. Usually, there are no other symptoms. The amount of vaginal discharge that is considered normal varies from woman to woman. Therefore, any degree of vaginal discharge that is abnormal for a particular woman should be evaluated.
About half of women with bacterial vaginosis actually have no symptoms at all. The other half experience an unpleasant fishy odor with vaginal discharge. The discharge is usually grayish white.
Treatment for bacterial vaginosis consists of antibiotics. A few antibiotics are routinely used. Metronidazole taken by either oral (pill) form or by vaginal metronidazole gel is an effective treatment. Also available is the vaginal clindamycin cream. The oral metronidazole can cause some minor but unpleasant side effects, but is believed to be the most effective treatment. Metronidazole is not used in early pregnancy because of potential adverse effects on the babies. Metronidazole is not used by nursing mothers because of potential adverse effects on the babies. The gels do not typically cause side effects, although yeast vaginitis can result. Although treatment is generally successful, about 15% of women experience recurrent symptoms within a month. With recurrent symptoms, a second course of antibiotics is generally prescribed.
What are complications of bacterial vaginosis?
Bacterial vaginosis can resolve completely without complications after treatment. No special follow-up is necessary if the symptoms disappear. The infection is not transmitted sexually and sexual partners are therefore not treated.
In pregnancy, bacterial vaginosis can cause premature labor, premature birth, infection of the amniotic fluid, and infection of the uterus after delivery. For these reasons, it is currently thought that screening and treatment for bacterial vaginosis during pregnancy is reasonable.
Bacterial Vaginosis At A Glance
Bacterial vaginosis is an abnormal vaginal condition that is characterized by vaginal discharge and results from an overgrowth of normal bacteria in the vagina.
Bacterial vaginosis is not passed by sex and is not dangerous, but it can cause disturbing symptoms.
Symptoms of bacterial vaginosis are vaginal discharge and odor.
In diagnosing bacterial vaginosis, it is important to exclude other serious infections, such as gonorrhea and chlamydia.
Treatment options for bacterial vaginosis include oral antibiotics and vaginal gels.
Major serious complications of bacterial vaginosis can occur during pregnancy. Folic acid is a trace mineral and should not be taken in excess. The problem you are having with vaginal infection is typically due to a fungus. Candida Albicans and other bacteria can create the problem.
Whatever you do, stay away from Antacids! All Antacids! They will destroy your digestive process and create rotting food that is very toxic to your system. Alka Seltzer, Tums, etc. are extremely bad for you. People who recommend this are usually doctors, nurses, pharmacists that simply do not know how the body works! You need the stomach acid to kill bacteria entering your stomach. The Lactic Acid that is produced from rotting food is what causes the "Acid" feeling, not stomach acid! Stomach acid prevents acid indigestion!
Good nutrition can solve the problem and keep it from coming back. You need to eliminate some things from your diet that contribute heavily to the problem and add some things that will be good for you.
It is very typical of your medical profession to try and solve the problem with some medication, but this may or may not work and only for a short time. It does not solve the problem that is making it continue to happen.
First, you need to eliminate all refined sugars like you get from drinking sodas. Each ounce of soda contains 1 teaspoon of sugar. Just think how much sugar a "Big Gulp" has? Yikes! 64 ounces; and I've seen people get second helpings!
Drinks like coca cola suppress the immune system for over 3 hours after drinking just one and then it feeds the fungus.
Eliminate any foods containing food additives. These toxic substances contribute greatly to suppressing your immune system. Don't take any pills that contain Magnesium Stearate because this suppresses the immune system and inhibits the absorption of nutrients in the pills by up to 80%.
Stop eating any SOY products or Canola Oils. These are bad for you and will inhibit mineral absorption.
You need to be taking a derivative of garlic that has a very strong ability to kill bacteria and fungus, especially biofilms that protect the bacteria from macrophages produced by the body to fight these organisms. I suggest you get some Allicidin that contains Allicin (garlic active ingredient), some oleuropin (olive leaf extract), and colostrum (pre-milk from Bovine source) that stabilizes your immune system.
If it were me with this issue, I would take 6 allicidin per day, 12 oleuropin per day, and 1 teaspoon of colostrum per day. I would also drink 8 oz. of distilled water with juice from 1 - 2 real lemons 3 times per day.
If you follow this above, your vaginal problem will most likely go away in a day or two. To keep this from happening again, I would also take 2 capsules of Betaine HCL and an activator after each meal. This will kill the bacteria & help remove the fungus, also greatly help kill biofilms, and best of all create a wonderful digestion of your food. Additionally, it will promote good digestion of your calcium, magnesium, and zinc.
I suggest you contact the following web site for the products above because I've had great results from using their products: www.healthline.cc (not .com)
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