The Condition"...Researchers are investigating the role of BV in pelvic infections that result in infertility and tubal ( ectopic) pregnancy..."
The Condition"...Irritation and itching of the female genital area, and on rare occasions, lower abdominal pain also can be present..." Recommendation Hydrotherapy"Sitz baths can powerfully affect the organs of the lower abdomen and pelvis..."
The Condition"...Vaginal infections are often accompanied by vaginitis, which is an inflammation of the vagina characterized by discharge, irritation, and/or itching..." Recommendation Boric Acid"...Discontinue if you get a bloody discharge..."
The Condition"...Some vaginal infections are transmitted through sexual contact, but others such as candidiasis ( yeast infections) are not..." Relationship to Progesterone Low or Estrogen Dominance" Yeast infections are more common among women with increased levels of estrogen..." Relationship to Lupus, SLE (Systemic Lupus Erythromatosis)"Lupus patients are at an unusually high risk for contracting candida ( yeast) infections..." Recommendation Probiotics"Twice-daily vaginal douches, using 2 teaspoons full of acidophilus/bifidus powder in a quart of warm water, will help treat many recurrent vaginal yeast infections..." Recommendation Boric Acid"The best cure for vaginal yeast infections (yeast vaginitis) is cheap, safe and more effective than the over-the-counter or prescribed drugs..."
The Condition"... Acidophilus, "friendly" bacteria, can be reintroduced into the body both systemically, through oral acidophilus, and locally, through the douche..." Recommendation Probiotics"Twice-daily vaginal douches, using 2 teaspoons full of acidophilus/bifidus powder in a quart of warm water, will help treat many recurrent vaginal yeast infections..." Recommendation Ozone / Oxidative Therapy"... acidophilus and L..."
The Condition"...The most common vaginal infections are bacterial vaginosis, trichomoniasis, and vulvovaginal candidiasis..." Relationship to Lupus, SLE (Systemic Lupus Erythromatosis)"Lupus patients are at an unusually high risk for contracting candida (yeast) infections..." Relationship to AIDS"...infection with candida or bacterial vaginosis - corresponded with increased amounts of HIV virus in the cervico-vaginal secretions of women who were HIV-positive..." Recommendation Grapefruit Seed Extract"Citrus seed extract is useful for vaginal candida infections..."
The Condition"...Other factors such as wearing tight clothing, underwear, menstrual protection, feminine hygiene sprays and diet were not associated with candidiasis..." Recommendation Boric Acid"...593-7] If recurrent yeast infections have been a problem, they can be prevented by using one capsule of boric acid vaginally at bedtime twice per week, beginning one week after menstruation..."
The Condition"...Other factors that may increase the incidence of VVC include the use of douches, perfumed feminine hygiene sprays, topical antimicrobial agents, and tight, poorly ventilated clothing and underwear..."
The Condition"...Women who have chronic or recurring VVC may need to be treated for extended periods of time and oral antifungal drugs may be suggested..." Recommendation Boric Acid"...[ Antifungal agents vs..."
The Condition"...A sufficient intake of probiotics or friendly bacteria can help keep yeast regrowth to a minimum..." Recommendation Probiotics"...Even just taking probiotics orally will increase the colonization of these organisms in the vagina and help prevent infections from occurring..."
The Condition"...It is caused by a single-celled protozoan parasite called Trichomonas vaginalis..."
The Condition"...These can be purchased pre diluted or one can be made from 1/2 tablespoon of a standard solution (povidone-iodine 10%) to 2 cups of water..."
The Condition"...1/4 cup of 3% antiseptic hydrogen peroxide mixed in two cups of water..." Recommendation Ozone / Oxidative Therapy"...Additionally it showed that 72% of the healthy women and 77% of those with vaginosis produced hydrogen peroxide for its bactericidal effect..."
