How to Treat Bacterial Vaginitis Naturally

Bacterial vaginitis, or vaginosis, is an imbalance of normal bacteria levels in the vagina. It is the most common type of vaginal infection. Your doctor typically treats bacterial vaginitis with antibiotics. However, for some women as soon as the infection clears, it returns. If you suffer from reoccurring bacterial vaginitis, go after the problem naturally.

Instructions

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  Battle the bacterial imbalance with yogurt that contains active cultures. It is recommended that you both eat the yogurt and apply it directly to the vagina at bed time. Insert plain yogurt using a spoon or an applicator for vaginal creams. Be sure to purchase yogurt that contains acidophilus, which is a probiotic that stimulates the growth of "healthy" or "good" bacteria in our bodies.

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  Increase the amount of garlic that you consume. Garlic has a high level of antibacterial and antifungal properties. A diet high in garlic fights bacterial vaginitis and prevents it from reoccurring.

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  Wrap a whole clove of garlic in a thin piece of medical gauze. Insert the garlic into your vagina and leave a small piece of the gauze hanging outside of your body for easy removal. Replace the garlic with a fresh clove every 8 to 12 hours.

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  Drink herbal teas to fight the infection. Tea tree oil, black walnut, Echinacea and goldenseal are herbs that have been found to be effective in treating bacterial vaginitis. Heal with herbs at the source of the problem by douching with the liquid tea after it has cooled to room temperature or inserting the cooled tea bag into your vagina after steeping a cup of tea.

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  Eat a healthy diet that is high in fruits, vegetables, flax seed oil, lean meat poultry and fish, and whole grains to battle bacteria vaginitis and prevent it from reoccurring after it is cured. Drink plenty of fresh water.