Like most other ailments an attack of Bacterial Viginiosis during pregnancy causes additional complication over and above the normal ones. Any health complications experienced by a pregnant woman is bound to have an effect to the unborn child and more so when it affects where it matters most-the birth canal. As for Bacterial Viginiosis it becomes even more problematic since the usual medication of anti-biotic commonly used for its treatment may not be very safe. There are several known complications associated with bacterial Viginiosis during pregnancy
- Premature birth. There is a proven relationship between bacterial Viginiosis and premature birth.
- There is a possibility of low weight birth.
- Uterus infections- Bacterial Viginiosis may get worse immediately after delivery. The vigorous activity of labor and passage of the baby leaves the birth canal bruised and bleeding. This is a perfect condition for multiplication of bacterial Vaginosis.
Bacterial Viginiosis during pregnancy is rather prevalence occurrence. This is attributed to hormonal imbalance that may favor growth of harmful bacteria in the vagina. The natural body immunity is at its weakest during pregnant making such opportune infections more common. There is no particular treatment regime tailored for pregnant women with Bacterial Viginiosis. It is however wise to consult a doctor for professional advice. This applies whether you are intending to go for either conventional or alternative treatment methods. The usual antibiotic commonly prescribed is metronidazole and clindamycin. Metronidazole is a seven days dose that is taken two times a day with a reported efficiency rate of over 50 %. A continuous intake of this antibiotic however been have associated with high incidences of bacterial Viginiosis recurrence. This is largely because it indiscriminately kills both useful and harmful bacteria in the body. With the absence of the useful bacteria the vagina becomes prone to bacterial infection repeating the cycle all over again. Clindamycin on the other hand have a reported cure rate of over 90% for both pregnant and non-pregnant women. There are a variety of creams applied directly on the vagina but they are limited to curing just the lower part of the birth canal and not the upper one. A variety of natural treatments can also be applicable during pregnancy but as earlier explained one need to consult a doctor first. Intake of lactobacilli as a supplement is recommended as a way of boosting the presence of useful bacterial that checks bacterial infection. Regular intake of yogurt can boost the body immunity and introduce beneficial microorganism in the body. A combination of some of these alternative methods works quit effectively. Apart from medication other additional measures that one should take during pregnancy are;
- Intake of vegetables and fruits.
- Avoid sugary food stuff.
- Avoid multiple sexual partners.
- Adopt hygienic habits especially in and around the vagina.
- Refrain from smoking and alcohol consumption.
In general bacterial Viginiosis during pregnancy requires special attention. While this condition is not life threatening under normal circumstances it can put the life of the unborn baby at jeopardy during pregnancy. It is even more important to note that natural treatment is far much safer to pregnant woman; this is because they have no side effects and since there is no risk of recurrence one does not have to be on medication all the time.
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Keep this guide with you and read it thoroughly if you are pregnant and have ever suffered with Bacterial Vaginosis. BVcan be many times more dangerous during pregnancy and can harm your baby with severe infection in Uterus.
