About 10% - 30% of pregnant women experience
Bacterial vaginosis (BV) during pregnancy. Bacterial vaginosis is caused by
on the imbalance in the normal bacteria that exist in the vagina >> Women. << It is not sexually transmitted, but associated with the presence of
vaginal intercourse. You may or may not experience symptoms. How do I know if I have bacterial vaginosis? One symptom of BV is a gray or whitish discharge, which is
smell fishy. However, some women experience no symptoms. Diagnosis is made by strattera means of the pelvic organs. Discharge from the vagina tested
through wet mount (microscopic slide test), the pH of the test (BV often causes
pH 4. 5 or higher), KOH slide (microscopic slide test), or the smell test
(a mixture that causes a strong fishy odor). What is bacterial vaginosis? Bacterial vaginosis is an imbalance of bacteria, which leads to
on the growth of bacterial species. The reason is not clearly defined. She is not sexually transmitted, but this is due to the presence of vaginal sex >> << and, therefore, may be included in a sexually transmitted disease >> << when you look at it. As bacterial vaginosis affect my pregnancy? There is considerable evidence that links bacterial vaginosis with preterm birth
. There have been many recent studies that were conducted
verify this information and find a way of prevention. Other studies have also shown a possible link to miscarriages, low >> << birth weight and premature rupture of membranes. If I am pregnant, I'll be screened for bacterial vaginosis? Not on the screen, not symptomatic pregnant women
BV. Upon receipt of your prenatal care, bacterial vaginosis is not
routine screening. It is important that you discuss any problems >> << you may have about BV with your doctor. Why am I testing for bacterial vaginosis? Centers for U. S by the Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends >> << that all pregnant women with bacterial vaginosis symptoms be screened
, and treatment. CDC also supports screening women who have had previous
premature birth. Screening for BV remains until the doctor >> << decide. What are the procedures for pregnant women with bacterial vaginosis >> <<? Treatment is recommended to avoid the likelihood of premature birth. There are various treatments that include:
Research conducted in 2004, McDonald H, P and Parsons Brococklehurst
J, show that treatment with antibiotics can reduce the risk of premature rupture of membranes
and low weight birth for women with a history of preterm birth >> << that have BV. This study found no significant evidence >> << that treatment reduces preterm birth. .
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