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If not treated bacterial vaginosis can present some serious risks. It can cause infection of the uterus or fallopian tubes. There is also an increased risk of pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), which in turn may lead to infertility and ectopic pregnancy, according to registered nurse, midwife and public health practitioner Lauretta Forday.

"BV during pregnancy increases a woman's risk of miscarriage or delivery before 37th week of pregnancy (preterm or premature labour)," she said.

"For many women constant attacks of vaginal infection devalue their self esteem. BV causes intense itching, irritation and a terrible fishy odour. This is enough to have a psychological effect on your sexual relationship."

." Many women sufferers can exhibit psychosexual symptoms such as loss of libido, anxiety and fear of sex due to the association that sex might actually provoke attacks of bv."

She said the main treatment of choice was usually antibiotics, mainly Metronidazole or Clindamycin. Although antibiotics did have a place in treating bacterial vaginosis, they could affect beneficial bacteria as well as harmful bacteria.

Antibiotics disturbed the body's natural balance, creating an environment which infections and organisms can survive and thrive. Many women were prone to repeated attacks and taking repeated doses of antibiotics cold cause antibiotic-resistance to develop which could be dangerous.

"To effectively treat bacterial vaginosis, you need to deal with the root cause of the infection. Simple lifestyle changes will help your body to heal itself and stay well," she said.

These included:

Eating a balanced and varied diet.
Boosting your immune system
Exercise
Managing stress levels
Trying alternative remedies
Trying aromatherapy to relax
Trying to stay positive and boosting your self esteem

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