How to Eliminate Bacterial Vaginosis

Bacterial vaginosis is a condition in which the bacteria present in the vagina multiply to excess and create a discharge with a foul odor. Bacterial vaginosis is not dangerous and does not have any symptoms besides a strange odor and a grayish vaginal discharge. If you think you have bacterial vaginosis, you may be able to get rid of the condition on your own.

Things You'll Need

• Acidophilus
• Hydrogen peroxide
• Empty douche bottle
• Folic acid
• Distilled water

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Instructions

• 1

  Take 1 billion CFU of acidophilus and 800 mcg of folic acid twice a day.

• 2

  Make a solution of 1 part hydrogen peroxide and 1 part distilled water, and take it with you into the shower. Pour the mixture into an empty douche bottle and insert the bottle into the vagina. Squeeze the bottle firmly and allow the liquid from the douche to drip into the shower.

• 3

  Continue to douche with hydrogen peroxide every other day for a week. If the vaginal discharge and smell worsens or stays the same, see a doctor.

• 4

  Ask for a prescription. A doctor can prescribe an antibiotic to eliminate your bacterial vaginosis within a few days. If home remedies do not work, see your doctor as soon as possible.