The concept of dysbiosis is associated with a violation of the intestinal microflora. And, unfortunately, not every woman knows that very often the cause of unpleasant sensations in the intimate zone becomes an imbalance of useful and harmful bacteria in the vagina. In gynecology, this disease is commonly called bacterial vaginosis or vaginal dysbiosis.
Dysbacteriosis in gynecology - causes
Flora of the vagina is unique and balanced, as a rule, includes more than 40 species of various microorganisms. Basically it is lacto- and bifidobacteria, which are responsible for maintaining an increased level of acidity in the vagina and producing hydrogen peroxide. Thanks to this, all reproductive organs are protected from the growth and multiplication of harmful bacteria. Present in the vagina and opportunistic representatives, but being in the minority, they do not pose a threat to health.
However, in order to disturb the harmonious existence of local inhabitants, it is not necessary to exert special efforts. The causes of dysbiosis in gynecology is usually considered:
- bowel diseases;
- decrease of general and local immunity in connection with stresses, hypothermia;
- douching and surgery;
- violations of hygiene rules (especially care should be taken to use tampons);
- hormonal disorders;
- inflammatory processes;
- an infection that is sexually transmitted;
- disorders in the thyroid gland, etc.
Dysbacteriosis in gynecology: symptoms and treatment
In gynecology, the symptoms of dysbacteriosis include itching and burning in the intimate zone, the appearance of specific secretions, puffiness and reddening of small and large labia. The disease can manifest to different degrees.
Characteristic signs of dysbiosis in gynecology include its chronic course, with periods of exacerbations and remissions. Of course, dysbacteriosis is not among the most dangerous diseases, but requires taking certain measures to eliminate it, in order to avoid the development of complications.
In the process of treatment of dysbacteriosis, one can not focus only on eliminating the pathogen, it is also necessary to restore the normal vaginal flora and strengthen the protective properties of immunity. If a course of treatment is appointed correctly, then it necessarily has two directions:
- First of all, with the help of antibiotics pathogenic microorganisms are eliminated. In combination with antibacterial drugs for the treatment of dysbiosis in gynecology, it is customary to use local action suppositories that have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic effects.
- To restore normal vaginal biocenosis, it is necessary to use preparations containing lactic acid bacteria. In gynecology for the treatment of dysbiosis, such drugs are very popular,
Lactobacterin and Bifidumbacterin.
If treatment is prescribed on time and adequately to the degree of bacterial vaginosis , the process of recovery will not take much time.
In addition to unpleasant sensations, it can serve as a starting point for more serious diseases. It is not transmitted sexually, but in the process of treatment it is better to limit sexual contacts. Warn this disease is extremely difficult. Only complex measures will help to preserve the natural biocenosis of the vagina in an equilibrium state.