Why do I get reoccurring Bacterial Vaginitis?

In the past few years i have had BV every 8 to 12wks. Its not sex related. I've changed every thing I can think of! SOS! Its driving me crazy!

Do not Douch, ever, unless using prescription and techniques recommended by doctors. Douching has been proven to actually increase rate of infection because it disrupts the normal flora and usually the products are not sterile and contains organisms that should not be in contact with the vagina in the first place.
Eat bacteria containing yoghurt. it helps.
Avoid antibiotics if you can.
Frequent episodes of receptive oral sex may associated with unstable vaginal flora thus increasing chance of bacterial vaginosis
Epidemiologically, greater number of sexual partners, spermicide use, more frequent vaginal intercourse, and less frequent use of condoms, IUD etc were associated with bacterial vaginosis.
Please note epidemiological studies do not necessarily apply to specific cases for individuals

I read an article on this. There are 3 major things you can do to help prevent this:

1- thongs with those tiny strings that go in spots they shouldn't need to be avoided.

2- Sleep with no underwear. You need to let fresh air get at the area.

3- NO tight jeans. They let moisture gather and grow bacteria.

Hope this helps.

Go to the doctor. I'm sure they have a cure or some solution.

adding to the above list:

wear cotton undies
take a bath instead of a shower-
no bubbles or oils added- cleanses the peri area better than showering
dont douche ( changes the pH of the vagina)

Here's a few more tips:
鈥?DON'T USE DOUCHES- they not only wash out the bad bacteria, they also wash out the good.
鈥?Eat yogurt - the cultures in yogurt can help normalize bacteria growth both in the stomach and reproductive system.
鈥?Take showers instead of baths- the detergents in bubble bath can cause irritation, not to mention putting your bottom on a tub that's not pristine clean can be a bacteria magnet.
Hope these help.

are you generally constipated? that is a common cause of recurrent BV. other possibilities: inadecquate hygiene (vaginal douches), use of IUD.

try and not wear your bluejeans tight this can cause this and stop using tampons that incert this can as well do it as well