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13 Effective Home Remedies For Bacterial Vaginosis (Infection In Vagina)

Slight itching and discomfort around the vagina as women menstruate could be something natural. But on normal days when the itching increases and comes along with pain and some foul smelling white discharge from the vagina then it is a cause of concern. Women! You should not delay, get it addressed immediately.

This is a condition called Bacterial Vaginosis, which is commonly an infection in the vagina. For a condition like this, the best way to get rid of it is to take up home remedies.

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It is normal to have both good bacteria as well as bad bacteria in the vagina. But when the bad bacteria outnumbers the good then this causes bacterial vaginosis or the infection in the vagina. It is one of the common issues which affects women especially in their child bearing age.

Along with the itching, pain and foul smelling white discharge from the vagina, a few women also experience redness, swelling and a burning sensation around the urinary tract. Maintaining good hygiene, keeping off from smoking and alcohol and preventing sexual practise are a few of the precautionary measures which one could follow to prevent it.

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Well, it might not cause major problems initially but if not taken care of it might lead to serious health issues.

Here is a list of 12 home remedies to treat bacterial vaginosis. Have a look:

1. Yogurt:

1. Yogurt:

It contains good bacteria that helps to maintain the ph balance of the vagina and thus helps in removing the infection. One could consume yogurt to build up the good bacteria in the body or soak a tampon in yogurt and insert into the vagina and keep it for an hour. Rinse it well with clean water.

2. Apple Cider Vinegar:

2. Apple Cider Vinegar:

The acidic nature of apple cider vinegar helps in maintaining the bacterial balance in the body. Add about half a cup of apple cider vinegar to a bucket of water and use it for your bath. Also you could add a teaspoon of it to a mug of water and then use it to douche once in a day. This helps in getting rid of the infection.

3. Warm Water Bath:

3. Warm Water Bath:

When you take bath with warm water it helps to provide a soothing sensation to the vaginal tissues and thus prevents any infection.

4. Garlic:

4. Garlic:

Garlic has antibacterial and antifungal properties. It is one of the best known home remedies to treat bacterial vaginosis.

5. Fenugreek:

5. Fenugreek:

Fenugreek is one of the best known home remedies to treat bacterial infection. Take a teaspoon of fenugreek seeds and soak it in water overnight. Strain it and then drink the water on an empty stomach in the morning.

6. Tea Bags:

6. Tea Bags:

Take a tea bag, soak it in water and keep it in the fridge for some time. Place this cold tea bag in the vagina for about 10-15 minutes. This helps in providing relief from the itching and pain caused due to infection.

7.Turmeric:

7.Turmeric:

Take a teaspoon of turmeric powder and mix it with a glass of milk. Drink this every day in the morning. This will help in combating the bacterial infection.

8. Margosa Or Neem Leaves:

8. Margosa Or Neem Leaves:

Margosa or neem is one of the best known home remedies for bacterial infection. Take a few margosa leaves, crush them along with some water and then apply the paste on your vagina. Leave it for a few minutes and then rinse it well with water.

9. Lemon:

9. Lemon:

One of the best ways to keep yourself off from infections is to build up your immune system. Lemon is rich in vitamin C which helps to strengthen the immunity level and keeps you away from infections.

10. Orange:

10. Orange:

Orange is one of the best fruits containing citrus acid and vitamin C. Having orange or drinking orange juice helps in building up your immunity level and prevents you from any form of infection.

11. Tea Tree Oil:

11. Tea Tree Oil:

Add a few drops of tea tree oil in luke warm water and use this to rinse your vagina. Known for its anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties tea tree oil helps in reducing the bacterial infection.

12. Coconut Oil:

12. Coconut Oil:

Coconut oil is known for its antiviral and antibacterial properties. It helps to successfully treat bacterial vaginosis. One could add coconut oil for cooking or also use a tampon soaked in coconut oil and insert it in the vagina. Keep it for about an hour and then rinse it well.

Story first published: Friday, September 23, 2016, 12:20 [IST]