• #SchoolForLife
  • Food
  • Family
  • Beauty & Health
  • Style
  • Great Women
  • Videos
  • Events/Win
  • #SchoolForLife
  • Hair Awards
  • Great Escape
  • Explore Singapore
  • Food
    • Food
    • Asian Recipes
    • Celebrity Recipes
    • Cooking Tips
    • Dessert Recipes
    • Eating Out
    • Festive Food
    • Healthy Recipes
    • Quick & Easy Recipes
    • Western Recipes
  • Videos
  • Family
    • Family
    • Parenting
    • Sex & Marriage
    • Travel
  • Home Ideas
    • Home Ideas
    • Decor Tips
    • Organising
    • Appliances
    • Domestic Diva Awards
    • Entertaining
  • Beauty & Health
    • Beauty & Health
    • Skincare
    • Makeup
    • Hair
    • Awards
    • Diet & Nutrition
    • Fitness
    • Wellness
  • Fashion
  • Career
  • Money
  • Real Life
  • Great Women
  • Entertainment
  • EVENTS/WIN
  • Also available at:
Privacy Menu
SPH Media

Copyright © 2022 SPH Media Limited. Co. Regn. No. 202120748H. All rights reserved.

  • #SchoolForLife
  • Food
  • Family
  • Beauty & Health
  • Style
  • Great Women
  • Videos
  • Events/Win

Beauty & Health

Everything You Need To Know About Bacterial Vaginosis

Generic selectors
Exact matches only
Search in title
Search in content
Generic selectors
Exact matches only
Search in title
Search in content
Beauty & Health

Everything You Need To Know About Bacterial Vaginosis

For starters, it can increase the risk of being infected with STDs, or even cause pregnancy complications

March 23, 2021
bacterial-vaginosis-disease-treatment-medical-advice-singapore

Credit: Envato Elements

A vaginal infection doesn’t have to happen because of a sexually transmitted disease but is without a doubt going to be uncomfortable and require treatment. The most common one that occurs among women between the ages of 15 and 44 is bacterial vaginosis (BV).

While there is no data on its prevalence in Singapore, data from
the United States Centers for Diseases Control estimates that 21.2 million (29.2 per cent) of women in the United States between the ages of 14 to 49 have BV. Many women also tend to experience recurrent episodes.

Dr Grace Huang from DTAP Clinic tells us about its causes, symptoms and treatment measures.

READ NEXT

When Should I See A Doctor About Vaginal Discharge?

Here’s How Sex Is Getting Better For Women In Singapore

Could You Have Menopause And Not Know It? Here’s How To Tell

https://www.womensweekly.com.sg/gallery/beauty-and-health/bacterial-vaginosis-disease-treatment-medical-advice-singapore/
Everything You Need To Know About Bacterial Vaginosis
What causes bacterial vaginosis
image

Here’s the thing: BV is is not a sexually transmitted disease but is found in sexually active women.

According to Dr Huang, there are factors that can increase the risk of developing bacterial vaginosis. These include having multiple sexual partners, exposure to a new sexual partner, lack of barrier protection (condoms) during intercourse, as well as practices like vaginal douching, which can disrupt the vaginal bacterial balance.

Envato Elements
The symptoms of bacterial vaginosis
image

The common symptoms include a foul-smelling vaginal odour which may be accompanied by abnormal vaginal discharge. The discharge may be be larger in quantity, watery, or greyish/milk-white coloured, and some women also experience vaginal discomfort, itching or spotting.

However, BV can often be asymptomatic. This may be tricky as BV can have an impact on your health if left untreated.

“While most cases are not serious, BV can place one at an increased risk of acquiring STDs or infections after gynaecological surgeries. Also, when BV occurs during pregnancy, it can cause complications like premature delivery, low birth weight, or risk of miscarriage,” says Dr Huang.

Envato Elements
How to treat bacterial vaginosis
image

Dr Huang suggests consulting a doctor as soon as you notice any abnormal vaginal symptoms.

BV is usually treated with antibiotics, which may come in oral tablet form or intra-vaginal creams or pessaries. It is recommended to abstain from sexual intercourse if undergoing treatment.

Also, while there is no fool-proof solution to preventing BV entirely, there are various measures that are helpful in reducing your risk.

“This includes reducing the number of sexual partners, using barrier protection (condoms) during intercourse, and observing good vaginal hygiene practices, like avoiding douching, wearing breathable cotton underwear, avoiding scented feminine products that may upset the vaginal balance,” says Dr Huang.

Text: Melissa Huang/Her World

Read Next

"My Vagina Got Infected When A Condom Was Left Inside Me"

"It's Always A Shock To Hear That You Have Cancer. In My Case It Was Cervical Cancer"

What A Gynaecologist Wants You To Know About HPV And Preventing Cervical Cancer

 

Envato Elements
  • TAGS:
  • bacterial vaginosis
  • gynaecologist
  • medical advice
  • vagina care
  • vagina health
  • women's health
SHARE THIS ON

What’s Hot

Beauty & Health

12 Chic And Thoughtful Valentine's Day G...

Beauty & Health

4 Reasons Why You Have Frizzy Hair & Wha...

Beauty & Health

8 Most Therapeutic And Fun Hobbies To Re...

Beauty & Health

Ginseng: The Secret Ingredient Behind Ko...

Beauty & Health

4 Simple Exercises To Improve Your Stability

Beauty & Health

This Is How Jang Na-Ra Looks 20 At 41

Beauty & Health

10 Beauty And Life Tips Ruby Lin Follows...

Beauty & Health

6 Things To Know About Chanel's Newest P...

Beauty & Health

Here's What Joanne Peh Uses To Look Radi...

Beauty & Health

If You've Had Covid-19, You Have More Ri...

Beauty & Health

The Ultimate Guide To Caring For Your Eyes

Beauty & Health

Understated (But Stunning) New Hairstyle...

Don’t Miss These
  • Awards Get A Year-Round Beauty Glow & Sun Protection With This S...
  • Awards Increase Your Hair Growth And Decrease Hair Loss With Thi...
Editor’s Picks
  • Skincare Want Healthier and Calmer Skin? This Lotion May Be Just What You Need
  • Beauty & Health 12 Chic And Thoughtful Valentine's Day Gifts For Her
  • Beauty & Health 4 Reasons Why You Have Frizzy Hair & What To Do About It
  • Beauty & Health 8 Most Therapeutic And Fun Hobbies To Reduce Stress
  • Hair This Elixir And Shampoo Combo Promises To Revitalise Your Hair And Scalp
  • Beauty & Health Ginseng: The Secret Ingredient Behind Korean Women’s Youthful Skin
Don't Miss Out Ever Again!
Tips & tricks to stay sane + win invites to our events!

By signing up, you indicate that you have read and agreed with our Privacy Statement
Footer Menu
  • About Us
  • Contact
  • Conditions of Access
  • PDPA
  • Privacy Policy
?>
SPH Magazine

Copyright © 2022 SPH Media Limited. Co. Regn. No. 202120748H. All rights reserved.