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Created with Fabric.js 1.4.5 What isBacterial Vaginosis What isBacterial Vaginosis ? ? Bacterial Vaginosis Epidemiology Epidemiology Thus the woman is in a red zone, more likely to get bacterial vaginosis. Bacterial Vaginosis is most commonly found women after they have given birth. It is strongly advised for pregnant women whom have had given birth toa premature baby or a low weight baby to get a BV examination . Bacterial vaginosis is due to an the disruption of the system of bacteria that is normally found in a womans vagina. Bacterial Vaginosis has not been fullyuncovered. However it is known that having a newsex partner or multiple sex partners and douching can upset the balanceof bacteria in the vagina. Symptoms &Long Term Effects Symptoms &Long Term Effects Many women do not have any symptoms but if you do have BV some symptoms that may show are: 1) A thin gray or white vaginal discharge. 2) Pain, itching, burning of thevagina 2) Pain, itching, burning of thevagina 3) A fishy odorof the vagina,especially after intercourse. These symptoms can also be a result of a different infection so it is good tocheck with your doctor. These symptoms can also be a result of a different infection so it is good tocheck with your doctor. Bacterial vaginosis is the most common cause of vaginal symptoms among women, but it is not clear what role sexual activity plays in the development of BV. The prevalence in the United States is estimated to be21.2 million (29.2%) among womenages 1449, based on a nationally representative sample of women whoparticipated in NHANES 20012004. The following are other findings from this study.84% of women reported no symptoms indicating BV18.8% of women who have not had vaginal, oral, or anal sex can still be affected by BV , as well as 25% chance for pregnant women , and a 31.7% chance for women who have ever been pregnant .Prevalence of BV increases based on lifetime number of sexual partners.Non white women have higher rates (African-American 51%, Mexican Americans 32%) than white women (23%). Statistics This infection can cause some long term effects:1) pregnancy problems such as premature pregnancy or a low birth weight 2) PID (Pelvic Inflammatory Disease)3) HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases This infection can cause some long term effects:1) pregnancy problems such as premature pregnancy or a low birth weight 2) PID (Pelvic Inflammatory Disease)3) HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases 3)Where does this STI originate? What is bacterial vaginosis? For women aged 15 - 44 years old, an infection takes place when a certain bacteria multiplies to much and changes the normal balance of bacteria in the vagina.It is known asBacterial Vaginosis and changes the normal balance of bacteria in the vagina.It is known asBacterial Vaginosis BV may clear up on its own but women should still be treated atthe sight of symptoms. Womenin pregnancy should be treated atany sight of symptoms because it may cause the child arrive before it should. Women who had a premature child or a child with a low weight at birth should go and be treated even with no symptoms. Treatment & Prevention Treatment & Prevention There is no solid way toprevent the transmission ofthis disease because it canhappen to all women even ifthey are abstinent. However the risk of having BVis increased by havingmultiple sex partners. 1) Keep the vulva clean and dry. 1)How is the Bacterial Vaginosis cured? 2)Who is at most risk of bacterial vaginosis? double click to changethis text! Drag a cornerto scale proportionally. One common method to decrease the risk of having BV is having good vaginal health. One common method to decrease the risk of having BV is having good vaginal health. In order to treat this infection, there are 2 main antibioticsprescribed to women: 1) Flagyl® (metronidazole) 2) ClindamycinThey are can be used for bothpregnant and non-pregnantwomen. 2) Don't Douch. Douching is a way for women to washa vagina with a mixture of substances.It can increase the risk of pelvic inflammatory disease and pregnancy complications. By Rosey Tanzila and Tsering Zangmo WORKS CITEDKouman et al. (2007) The Prevalence of Bacterial Vaginosis in the United States, 20012004; Associations With Symptoms, Sexual Behaviors, and Reproductive Health. Sexually Transmitted Diseases. 34 (11) p. 864-869Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (2010) Bacterial VaginosisOffice on Womens Health (2012) Bacterial Vaginosis Fact SheetBakalar, Nicholas (2009, May 25) Nutrition: Vaginal Infection Tied to Low Vitamin D, New York TimesMartino, Vermund (2002) Vaginal Douching: Evidence for Risks or Benefits to Womens Health. Oxford Journals. 24 (2) p. 109-124 QUESTIONS 4) Burning when urinating, or itchingon the outside of the vagina, or both. 4) Burning when urinating, or itchingon the outside of the vagina, or both.
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