What to do if bacterial vaginosis keeps coming back

Bacterial vaginosis is a common reproductive system infection in women, and patients are prone to recurring episodes. For recurring episodes of bacterial vaginosis, the following measures should be taken to deal with it.

1. Rational use of drugs: Antibiotics can effectively treat bacterial vaginitis, but excessive or inappropriate use of antibiotics will increase the risk of drug-resistant strains and lead to repeated attacks of the disease. Under the guidance of a doctor, patients should use appropriate antibiotics based on the results of bacterial culture and drug sensitivity tests, and strictly follow the doctor's instructions to complete the entire course of treatment.

2. Personal hygiene: The occurrence of bacterial vaginitis is closely related to personal hygiene. Bad living habits will increase the risk of infection. Patients should clean the vulva every day, avoid using soap, genital spray and other irritating substances, choose mild detergents, and keep the vulva dry. Avoid wearing tight pants, and try to choose cotton underwear with good breathability to help reduce bacterial reproduction.

3. Lifestyle: Good living habits are essential to prevent the recurrence of bacterial vaginitis. Patients should avoid overwork and emotional stress, get enough sleep, and participate in physical exercise to enhance immunity. In terms of diet, they should pay attention to eating more foods rich in vitamins and dietary fiber, and keep bowel movements smooth, which will help reduce the growth of harmful bacteria in the intestines and reduce the chance of infection.

4. Regular follow-up visits: Although bacterial vaginosis recurs and bothers patients, regular follow-up visits and visits are very important. Doctors can adjust treatment plans in a timely manner according to changes in the patient's condition to help patients effectively control the disease and avoid recurrence.

Summary: The treatment of bacterial vaginitis requires patients to actively cooperate with the doctor's treatment plan, pay attention to personal hygiene, adjust their lifestyle, maintain good living habits and have regular check-ups. It can fundamentally improve immunity, reduce the chance of infection, and effectively prevent the recurrence of bacterial vaginitis. If the patient has any discomfort, he should seek medical attention in time to avoid delaying the disease.