How long does it take for bacterial vaginosis to heal?

How long does it take for bacterial vaginosis to heal?

Bacterial vaginosis can generally be cured in about 7 to 14 days, but this is only a rough reference range and the specific situation varies from person to person.

Bacterial vaginosis refers to the disorder of vaginal flora and excessive reproduction of bacteria in the vagina. The cause of this disease may be related to frequent room or long-term vaginal douching. After the disease occurs, it may lead to increased vaginal discharge, sometimes accompanied by a fishy smell. After intercourse, the above symptoms will be significantly aggravated. Generally speaking, the drug can be used under the guidance of a doctor. Common drugs include miconazole nitrate vaginal soft capsules, metronidazole vaginal gel, metronidazole tablets, etc. If the patient's symptoms are mild and the absorption capacity of the drug is good, it can generally be cured in about 7 days of medication. However, if the disease is more stubborn and the illness time is longer, in order to achieve better treatment effects, the treatment time should be appropriately extended, and it can generally be cured in about 14 days of treatment.

In order to facilitate physical recovery, you should pay attention to maintaining good living habits in your daily life and avoid sexual intercourse during the treatment with the doctor, otherwise it may lead to repeated illness and cross infection. You should also pay attention to maintaining good personal hygiene. During menstruation, you should frequently change sanitary products, change underwear regularly, and wash the vulva with clean water.