https://padlet.com/esweatt01/d9g5y2ku8qlrxo1e Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) en-us 2021-11-30 18:49:33 UTC 2024-06-06 01:35:59 UTC hello@padlet.com esweatt01 https://padlet.com/esweatt01/d9g5y2ku8qlrxo1e/wish/1921189397 Bacterial Vaginosis is described as the imbalance of the naturally-occurring bacteria that is found in the vagina or internal genitals. When conditions in the Vagina change, certain types of bacteria can create symptoms. ]]> 2021-11-30 18:56:47 UTC https://padlet.com/esweatt01/d9g5y2ku8qlrxo1e/wish/1921189397 esweatt01 https://padlet.com/esweatt01/d9g5y2ku8qlrxo1e/wish/1921216718 The most common type of pathogen that causes Bacterial Vaginosis is Gardnerella Vaginalis. It is a gram-positive, anaerobic bacterium. This bacterium is normally apart of the vaginal flora but overgrowth of this the cause of BV. Although Gardnerella Vaginalis is the main cause of BV, it is not the soul cause. Other bacterias such as Lactobacillus, Bactericides, Peptostreptococcus, Fusobacterium, Eubacterium are also causes of BV. ]]> 2021-11-30 19:09:52 UTC https://padlet.com/esweatt01/d9g5y2ku8qlrxo1e/wish/1921216718 esweatt01 https://padlet.com/esweatt01/d9g5y2ku8qlrxo1e/wish/1921483972 A few common symptoms can include, redness, itching, swelling, vaginal discharge, and a fish-like smell. ]]> 2021-11-30 21:59:30 UTC https://padlet.com/esweatt01/d9g5y2ku8qlrxo1e/wish/1921483972 esweatt01 https://padlet.com/esweatt01/d9g5y2ku8qlrxo1e/wish/1921487057 A few common causes of Bacterial Vaginosis are, having unprotected sex with multiple partners, having another STI, having a IUD, Douching too often, shared sex toys. It also can be passed down through genetics. ]]> 2021-11-30 22:02:25 UTC https://padlet.com/esweatt01/d9g5y2ku8qlrxo1e/wish/1921487057 esweatt01 https://padlet.com/esweatt01/d9g5y2ku8qlrxo1e/wish/1921497032 To test if you have Bacterial Vaginosis, the professional will take a swab of the Vagina and examine it under a microscope. They might also test your pH levels as well, by placing a pH strip inside of the vagina. It is best you get tested if you have the symptoms or you have had a partner who has tested positive for BV. ]]> 2021-11-30 22:11:44 UTC https://padlet.com/esweatt01/d9g5y2ku8qlrxo1e/wish/1921497032 esweatt01 https://padlet.com/esweatt01/d9g5y2ku8qlrxo1e/wish/1921505483 Bacterial Vaginosis has been associated with premature birth, premature rupture of the fetal membranes, and an infection of the fetal membranes and amniotic fluid often called Chorioamnionitis. ]]> 2021-11-30 22:19:52 UTC https://padlet.com/esweatt01/d9g5y2ku8qlrxo1e/wish/1921505483 esweatt01 https://padlet.com/esweatt01/d9g5y2ku8qlrxo1e/wish/1921512387 Most times there is not any long term effects of Bacterial Vaginosis. If Left untreated you can be at left at higher risk for STI's, including HIV. ]]> 2021-11-30 22:26:23 UTC https://padlet.com/esweatt01/d9g5y2ku8qlrxo1e/wish/1921512387 esweatt01 https://padlet.com/esweatt01/d9g5y2ku8qlrxo1e/wish/1921514530 2021-11-30 22:28:32 UTC https://padlet.com/esweatt01/d9g5y2ku8qlrxo1e/wish/1921514530 esweatt01 https://padlet.com/esweatt01/d9g5y2ku8qlrxo1e/wish/1921521098 BV is most commonly treated with an oral antibiotic prescribed by a doctor. It is important to take all the pills and take them as directed. ]]> 2021-11-30 22:35:11 UTC https://padlet.com/esweatt01/d9g5y2ku8qlrxo1e/wish/1921521098 esweatt01 https://padlet.com/esweatt01/d9g5y2ku8qlrxo1e/wish/1921527462 Some good ways to prevent BV is to take daily vitamins, use protection, avoid douching, always wipe front to back, make sure to change tampons and pads regularly, and always make sure to have clean underwear on. ]]> 2021-11-30 22:41:23 UTC https://padlet.com/esweatt01/d9g5y2ku8qlrxo1e/wish/1921527462