To make things worse, long-term use of antibiotic treatment can lead to many side effects; not only it causes diarrhoea (a common side effect of antibiotics), it doesn’t encourage the good bacteria to flourish either. Remember, antibiotic kills ALL bacteria, good or bad. And when you have bacterial vaginosis, you want to promote the growth of good bacteria to restore the balance of your vaginal flora.
If you are suffering from repeated episodes of bacterial vaginosis, perhaps it’s time to look into the possibility of using natural bacterial vaginosis remedies. In the long run, treating bacterial vaginosis with natural remedies is more tolerable, effective and long-lasting than taking antibiotic pills. Natural methods are less expensive, too.
Some natural remedies for bacterial vaginosis include:
- Live yogurt – you can consume it every day, or apply it over the vulva and in the vagina
- Pure apple cider vinegar – Soak in a warm bath added with a few drops of pure apple cider vinegar helps to relieve itchiness and inflammation of the vagina
