Hydrogen Peroxide, Acidophilus and Folic Acid BV Cure

A good probiotic from the health food store is the answer to vaginosis. The yogurt doesn't have enough good bugs in it and most of it dies in the gut. I take a probiotic with 16 billion good bacteria in it and it has cleared up my sinus infection and also my yeast. The good bugs kill off all the yeast. It is also good for bacterial infections since the bugs are good bacteria. I believe it will also help the immune systen for the flu season. I havent seen much about people taking a good probiotic for cures. a good probiotic is the answer to a lot of ailments. It would pay to do some research on this.

Is there anyone who has taken folic acid, acidophilus, and tried to eat yogurt (just orally not vaginally) to cure (BV)? I personally prefer not to douche.

The following comes from: http://www.medicinenet.com (article about vaginal douche)

One way to look at it is in a healthy vagina there are both good and bad bacteria. The balance of the good and bad bacteria help maintain an acidic environment. Any changes can cause an over growth of bad bacteria which can lead to a yeast infection or bacterial vaginosis.

Plus, if you have a vaginal infection, douching can push the bacteria causing the infection up into the uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries. Research shows that women who douche regularly have more health problems than women who don't.

If there is a strong odor or irritation it usually means something is wrong. Douching can increase your chances of infection. The only time you should douche is when your doctor tells you to

Most doctors say it's best to let your vagina clean itself. The vagina cleans itself naturally by making mucous. The mucous washes away blood, semen, and vaginal discharge. You should know that even healthy, clean vaginas may have a mild odor.

I started to take the folic acid and acidophilus yesterday. I douched yesterday with the peroxide, but haven't since. How long are you ladies having to do the peroxide douche? Do you stop using it and then just take the vitamins and it's gone? What's the scoop. I have had BV for a LLOOOONNNGGG time. Help.

I have been suffering for almost 4 years now off and on. My BV will go away for about 3 months at the most and then come back. Living in South Florida my gyno thought it was a yeast infection. Well every time he gave me something to cure what he thought it was it got worse. Finally after several cultures he said it was actually BV. So he prescribed a boric acid suppository I had to use for 2 weeks. That only helps for a little while. I've tried the MetroGel, Teraconzyl, even other home remedies like drinking and doing a sits bath of apple cider vinegar! I started last night with the hydrogen peroxide, folic acid and the acidophilus. Wish me luck. If there was a shot to give down there I'd take that right now, I'm at my wits end. Newly dating a guy and this is no fun! Question - could I keep re giving it to myself on my um how shall I put it "adult toys"? I was them with soap and hot water after each use, but wondered what everyone else thought. I'm 41 and this is no way to live. I do have to say I've taken comfort there are others out there.

Well somethings just not right in my va-ja-ja area AGAIN! I only had the burning and discharge non odor from BV. I've been doing the hydrogen perioxide/mix for about a week now, was there a point I was supposed to stop? I was also doing the folic and acidophilyus twice a day orally. Seemed to be getting better. I think I threw my flora balance even more out of whack now!!! Please someone help. I now have sorry for being so graphic, but a yeast infection that is buring and cottage cheese! I just don't know what to do. I have a standing prescription of Dyflucan so I just took one, the burning is so bad I feel like I have a fireplace in my va-ja-area! I think the hydrogen mix is just too much twich a day. Any suggestions? Please I am so desperate.

I agree about the hydrogen peroxide douche. I tried it first and within 2 days I had a yeast infection on top of my BV and all while menstruating! I am so sick of this infection coming in and out of my life, for the passed 2 years. My underwear have been destroyed by the acidity of my discharge. I am going to try the acidophilus and yogurt. No more douching or flagyl for me. sigh...

To Lisa from NY, NY -

Cottage cheese-like discharge, with no smell and lots of itching and burning is more likely to be a yeast infection than Bacterial Vaginosis.

Andrea

Hello ladies, I see that some of you tried inserting the acidophilus pills which I am sure can be a bit difficult. Try looking for acidophilus suppositories.

So, does the guy need to take antibiotics? or is there some natural remedy for him?

My Doctor said to have my boyfriend take pumpkin seed extract pills, one, 2x day. I just ordered them and can tell you if they help after he takes them for a month.

Hey, I read that BV can flare up right before your period, which seems to be what is happening to me as well. I'm not sure if douching works while you're on your period, as I generally stay away from it anyhow, but you could certainly keep up with acidophilus and folic acid capsules.

It could be the soap, I can only use d--e white bar, nothing else, if I do it comes back, also some personal lubrications can bring it back

The soap could have been what caused it to come back! I took the medicine the doctor prescribes and it cleared up but as soon as I washed with soap it came back so I only use vagisil wash to wash my vaginal area.

Try the boric acid treatment. I'm going to try it cause nothing else has worked for me. It is a last resort, I'm just so tired of the Odor and not being comfortable in my own skin.

I have had frequent recurring bv for at least 3 years. I was tired of taking antibiotics, creams or whatever and decided I wanted to try a more natural remedy. About a week ago I tried the 50/50 mix of peroxide and bottled water douche. About an hour later I used a 10 cc syringe to insert plain yogurt into my vagina. I also use the 50/50 mix as a rinse for my external genitalia every day. I take one pill a day of acidophilus, cranberry and folic acid. Since Ive done this I have not had it return even after sex with my husband. So far so good. I hope all is better with you and all the other ladies battling this inconvenience.

I hoped not to get my hopes up high..well I didnt. I had protected sex w/hubby Saturday morning[no smell!!]While showering on Sunday night, applied a little soap on my vag to smell it and whew, teh fish smell was back!! What is going on? I have been taking the accidphullous pills, inserting also. And also the hp/h20 douch. I can't believe and don't want to believe the soap brought it back. The condom sholud of have replied the same way. I cried the whole night. It can get very emotional and stressful! I thought it was working for me!!

Someone please help!!I have done everything, why did it come back?!

I read a study (just before I found this site) that suggest douching (especially with soap) helps create a friendly environment for VB. Sooo...maybe our "cleanliness" is getting us into trouble...hhmmmm.

Here is the site...http://gateway.nlm.nih.gov/MeetingAbstracts/ma?f=102239373.html

My Dr prescribed meds, so far the odor and discharge is worse and now itches...not cool. Going to try to do something about it myself now. Good luck to you all here, this is truly a nasty business to deal with repeatedly.

Maybe try not to use soap in that area. Try the 50/50 mix of peroxide and water or a mild feminine wash...but not soap.

I've recently developed BV and while am able to keep it under control by inserting half of pill of Metronidazole vaginally, I slipped up - I had sex with my boyfriend. I am aware that there shouldn't be any sexual intercourse while the symptoms are present because the bacteria can live on the penis and then be transmitted back to vagina which now leaves me wondering how long would I have to avoid having sex with my boyfriend? We've been dating for only a month and I am very uncomfortable discussing this with him. We're going away in 5 days which would make it very difficult for me if this BV problem is still present.

Would condom use make it worst? If anyone has an idea or can help me with this it would be greatly appreciated!

I would greatly like to see a response to this??? How long do we need to wait to have sex with our partners if the bacteria can live on the penis??? If this is the case we will spread this back and forth forever!!!!!

Try acidopholus both orally and as a douche. Also consider waiting until you feel comfortable discussing personal issues with BF to have sex with him. Will lead to a much stronger relationship. Additionally, that may help with catching additional problems.

I find that anything containing latex triggers bv for me. I was told years ago by a doctor that latex could not do that. I don't believe that. BV is an overgrowth of bad bacteria and anything that upsets the vaginal ph can allow for this overgrowth. Since staying away from anything latex I suffer from bv less frequently.

Mg I agree!!! I think latex and the chemicals in condoms are also conflicting with our balance of good and bad bacteria. I will try anything at this point. The douching was way too much for me and created a yeast infection, so I need to find a happy medium between that and not doing anything at all. I've switched to cotton balls soaked in the hydrogen/water mix and just kind of squeeze it up there a few times and do this once a night for a few nights. Plus I'm still taking the acidophillus and folic acid once a day.

Good luck everyone, keep posting results we are all in this together!!!

I have been suffering from vaginal problems for approximately four years now. I have viewed a few sites that promise to help me but all of them have failed. I was also trying to find a few support groups but I couldn't find any, until now. I appreciate the fact that many women suffer from the same problems that I do. It makes me feel a lot better. It makes me feel like I'm not alone AND I'm not gross! I have been to my gyno several times over the past few years and I've been treated for BV, yeast infections and (unfortunately) chlamydia. I feel so ashamed and disgusted with myself that I don't know what to do anymore. I haven't "pleased my self" in years nor have I been with a partner. I'm so ashamed about my symptoms. I've tried acidophilus with the same results as others (with the yellow gritty discharge). I've also tried taking multivitamins in hopes that they would help. I have never used scented ANYTHING nor have I used tampons or had a bad diet etc. I have tried everything but I will now try the folic acid and acidophilus. I'll probably buy the stronger kind of probiotic just incase. I'm not sure about the hydrogen peroxide but that's worth a shot. I've also read about boric acid capsules being inserted or bathing in tea tree oil. I'm not sure if that'll work but we'll see. I'll keep ya posted but again, I'm REALLY happy that I'm not the only one who suffers from BV.

I have also been fight BV for about 5 years now, I was in a relationship about 3 years ago and I also think that the male can carry the BV and give it back to us! I would also like to know more on the this subject! because I will be smell free for a few days but as soon as i have sex with my BF it comes back even stronger! Is there a wy of killing the BV in males? If anyone has any ideas or suggestions?

I do know that everytime i've been diagnosed with BV (symptomatic going on 11 years now) my doctor has told me to have my BF treated as well.

So i do believe that they should get tested. But i am pretty in tuned with my body, and i know that when the "Smell from Hell" pays a visit...it's my VJ trying to tell me that somethings going in her that ain't right!!! (lol)

Definitely communicate to your BF that your VJ is sensitive to foreign bacteria and that he should be considerate enough to make sure that he's taking care of his PJ (i know that was a dry attempt, but you know what i mean).

I am concerned and frustrated. I am glad I found this website though. I would like to tell you all my story in hopes that I can finally end the vicious roller coaster I am on. I have researched this condition over and over and know now that antibotic remedies only make this problem worse. However, I have tried some other remedies that don't seem to handle my problem either.

I told myself I would never ever do this, but now I'm desperate. I was teamed up with some people from rockwell nutrition, but my results with their expensive protocol have been mixed. I spent hundreds of dollars on expensive herbal remedies that didnt seem to help me and now I'm scared. I understand the implications of this problem and do not want to harm myself with natural remedies.

so, that brings me to my current state of affairs. I have been suffering for almost a year and a half now with bv. I have tried oral antiboitcs, and boric acid, as well as flagyl and some other thing (metrogel?). Nothing has worked.

I am asking for immediate advice. I am scheduling a drs appointment tomorrow to rule out any other pelvic problems. I had tried taking borax for this, but end up with cramps and this has freaked me out enough to send me off to the doctor.

so, about this whole hydrogen peroxide thing? does it work? even for resistent cases? what else is out there that can help me? what do I need to do to permanently solve this hell of a problem. I am no longer sexually active, and this thing called bv is the reason why.

are these douches safe by teh way? i know if you have bv for years the lining of your vagina can become weak and I do not want to risk any toxicity (yeah, a bit paranoid about even treating this thing). why is folic acid so important? are there any other methods I should be aware of to try?

please help. I'm desperate and in so much misery I could scream. I will leave you with a list of my current symptoms as well so you can best judge my situation.

odor (not fishy, more like urine)
discharge.
itching
burning
soareness

thanks and I hope to hear from you all soon. I need help and affordable help at that.

I was suffering for 2 months straight; had been treated for yeast infections twice before I was told it was BV. Took the meds (metro...) didn't work. My symptoms were similar to yours (no fishy smell, but more like urine). I tried the Acidophlilus(took 2 orally & inserted one nightly), Folic Acid, Zinc, and B-12 vitamins (as directed on bottle). It help but the BV was still there. I noticed when I missed my Folic acid dose it would get worse even while using the acidolphilus....(a ha)! So, I researched & began my experiment and I stopped the acidpohlius and got some cranberry tablets (because I noticed that I was urinating more w/ slight pelvic discomfort and the discharge was around the top part of my vagina (urethra/clitoris)w/a constant burning; I've been taking the folic acid, zinc, b-12, and cranberry tablets 3 days and I am symptom free....no joke. I also used the peroxide twice daily to wash that area and have changed my undies to white cotton only w/ unscented pantyliners (when neccessary). I have a mild dischage which is returning to normal but no more discomfort.

I've read that some causes of Bv is: oral sex, contaminated: sex toys,clothing (like PJ's, towels, & etc...)but get: this my best friend was asked by her Dr. if her sex partner has diabeties (too much sugar in his semen) since a high sugar diet can also trigger an imbalance in the vagina. Acidophilus is good, but will not work for everyone. also, one last note: BV is an unbalance/ bacteria in the vagina- it appears that a poor diet & vitamin deficiency could be the #1 problem. Ladies we are eating meat (from animals) and foods that are being pumped w/ steroids, hormones, and antibotics in high quantities (hence the bacteria & imbalance in our bodies), so until we change our diets we will continue to suffer w/ this condition. Something has to be done becuase it's beginning to affect our younger women/ children as well. We're dealing w/ chronic infections, pre-menopausal symptoms (at 30 yrs of age, facial hair, and the list goes on because of the mess we consume in our bodies). Its' time to take a stand and take control of our health!

Thank you all for sharing and God bless.

thank you so much for your response and your speedy response at that. how much folic acid did you take daily and did you douche with hydrogen peroxide? (douching freaks me out still, but if that's what I gotta do that's what I gotta do). If so, how did you formulate it? It's nice to know the effects of acidophilis. Its funny you mention cranberry tabs. When i first came down with this, i had mild pelvic pain and burning too on urination. It was so intense I was literally dubbed over in pain at the gynocologists office. I was put on heavy course of antibiotics for a widespread infection (scary I know. )I do not have diabetes, but my ex did have quite a sweet tooth. and why white cotton only?

You've been an amazing help! thank you so much! I hope to hear back from you soon so I can start my own recovery here. This site is such a blessing!

No problem, Glad to be of help! First: only white underwear because the colorful onee contains dyes (not good for your vaginal health). I take 2- 400mg (folic acid), 1- 30 mg zinc, 1- B-12 tablet, and 2-canberry tablets in the morning. I didn't douche w/ the peroxide/water combo, but I did wash the area w/ it. At night I take 1-400mg folic acid, and 2 more cranberry tablets before bed. Drinks lots of water (try adding lemon juice) becuase the lemon juice is benificial in detoxing/cleansing the body. Also, if you're feeling irritated still, insert plain yoguart vs douching; it should stop the buring immediately! I told you about the slight discharge that was left (so last night I inserted the tampon soaked in yoguart)...no discharge detected at all so far and half the day is gone. I myself was not a vitamin taker at all and I was inconsistant w/ my diet, also a major junk food eater (sweets, cakes, pastries, etc..) I have cut all that out and I hope to develop a healthy eating habit to strengthen my health/immune system. I think we can cure it by eating wholesome natural foods and making sure our bodies have the proper nutrition/vitamins it needs.

Good luck.

Folic Acid cured nasty BV.

After 2 months of trying the douche, folic acid and acidophilus combo, my BV was much better but definitely not cured. Thanks for the tips ladies.

I tried Goldenseal 4 days ago (1 capsule inserted at night, panty liner the next few days) and already I have better results than 2 months of the combo mentioned above. No smell, no irritation and no more globs of discharge all day. I am still afraid to sing its praises as it's only been 4 days but it's worth a shot for those of you trying the combo and still experiencing symptoms!!

Just wanted to say TY!! To all the ladies. I've seen results hours after douching with 1/2 water and 1/2 H202. I've always taken 1 800mcg Folic acid and also acidophilus with breakfast and then with dinner. But I still have slight itching. But no where near the degree as before. I've struggled with BV for two years and could not go to a doctor. I have no insurance. But I'll come back and update everyone after a week. So far the smell is gone and I have normal discharge. Thanks again.

Utilisation of hydrogen peroxide in the treatment of recurrent bacterial vaginosis.
[Article in English, Italian]

Cardone A, Zarcone R, Borrelli A, Di Cunzolo A, Russo A, Tartaglia E.

1st Obstetric and Gynecologic Clinic, Department of Gynecology, Obstetrics and Neonatology, Second University of Naples, Naples, Italy.

Abstract
AIM: The authors have evaluated the real efficacy of using hydrogen peroxide for previously treated recurrent bacterial vaginosis that is resistant to other forms of treatment. METHODS: The study included 58 women aged between 18 and 42 years old. Vaginal irrigations with 30 ml of hydrogen peroxide (3%) were prescribed in the evening for a week. The follow-up was carried out 3 months after the end of treatment. RESULTS: The results clearly show that the use of hydrogen peroxide in vagina can eliminate the main symptoms of bacterial vaginosis, and in particular the malodorous leucoxanthorrhea in 89% of cases at 3 months after the end of treatment, a result that is comparable to that obtained using metronidazole or clindamycin as a vaginal cream. Moreover, hydrogen peroxide facilitates the restoration of normal vaginal bacterial flora (represented by H202-producing lactobacillus) in 100% of cases and normal acid pH (pH<4.5) in 98% of cases; it also fosters the disappearance of clue cells from vaginal smears and anaerobic pathogenic flora from vaginal secretions in 100% of cases. The amine test became negative in 97.8% of cases. All results underwent statistical analysis and were found to be statistically significant. CONCLUSION: Hydrogen peroxide represents a valid alternative to conventional treatments for recurrent bacterial vaginosis, and associates the absence of collateral effects with low costs, excellent tolerability and real therapeutic efficacy.

PMID: 14676737 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]

Sorry to hear you are suffering so. Perhaps you should check your ph value by buying those ph strips. A too acidic body is a great breeding ground for bacteria etc. Do you eat enough alkaline foods? If not perhaps you should start I can imagine you might see difference. Check out the apple cider vinegar drink used for raising ph value that Ted recomends. This could also be Candida, my sister has this and she has a constant yeast infection. Last but far from being least. You are what you eat and this could be a real way of your body saying that you are not tolerating certain foods (five most common allergens like milk , soy , wheat,nuts etc.) You wil be AMAZED what food allergies can do and yes they can start up at anytime in ones life. But do your self a favor and cut out ALL sugar since that just feeds the bacteria.

Good luck and I hope you feel better soon!

I would try using diluted tea tree oil and/or anything for germ/bacteria. I did use a prescription cream for germs. Also don't wear tight clothing which aggravates the condition. Wear boxer shorts around the house and skirts out. Cut out all sugar,dairy and other allergenic foods. Basically eat protein and salads. God bless and good luck.

I think any one of the caps or tabs would be safe of course read the labels first, but even if you need to put the plain yogurt where the sun doesn't shine before bed will be better that the alternative. I wish you all the best, as I also know the horrific feeling. Don't be scared about the acidophillus tho, just be sure to get a multi friendly bacterial blend to kick it.

I suffer from bv all them time and I have since I was a young child. I was looking on here to see if I could find something that would work so I could stray away from the antibiotics. Although about a year ago I read something about using plain yogurt and inserting it inside. I tried that and not only did I have the bv but I got a really bad yeast infection. When I went to the bathroom it smelled like sour milk. I am not sure if that would happen to everyone or maybe just me because of my own chemical balance but ladies beware.

I haven't tried this remedy yet but I plan to. The doctor prescribed me flagyl for my condition but it didn't seem to work. The whole thing is driving me crazy as I've never suffered from this before, but I also believe that it is my body reacting to sperm presence. This is the first time I have bacterial vaginosis and it seems to coincide with my fiance and me not using condoms. So I think I will try this remedy and then break out the condoms.

I was just wondering if we also need to watch out for condoms with spermicidals in them??

Optimistic that I'm on my way to recovery. In the past month I've found out I have GBS in my urine and BV. I'm known to my doctor as being the pillar of health. My lab results have came back with normal results for over 10 years. I'm now 28. When I was 16 my boyfriend cheated and he transfered his Chlamydia to me. I took antibiotics for several days and he did as well. Problem solved. Here years later I get a double whammy. I cant quite blame my current man because I've done extensive research on both infections and both are not STD's. This is our bodies releasing toxins due to poor diets, dairy, high fructose, harsh soaps containing sodium laureth sulfate, perfumes, low vitamin intake. Not excluding the presence of sperm can throw off your PH, but its less unlikely to be the only contributing factor or it would be an STD. I've been drinking red leaf tea and taking a vitamin, mineral and herbal supplement for the strep B (gbs) and I cant wait to start the H2O2/Distilled water, acidophilus and folic acid 800 mcg, which is already in the supplements I'm currently using. My case isn't the worse, The discharge was never thick only the odor is noticeable to me and my man after sex. I see a slight difference already on my new regimen and am very excited you ladies are experiencing a breakthrough. I'm confident I'll feel the same soon once I start.. Thank you!! This site is wonderful ;-)

It is normal for the vagina to have some discharge. The amount of discharge changes depending on where you are in your monthly menstrual cycle. The discharge is the way the vagina cleans itself. This is a neutral website with information about vaginal discharge. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/MEDLINEPLUS/ency/article/003158.htm

I found this remedy to be a complete miracle cure!

1. I used a baby boogie puller ( I don't have children so for lack of a better name for it lol) as the douche... You know the one with the narrow insertion and the bulb at the end. I boil that everytime to sterilize. I filled the bulb with half HP and half water. Inserted nightly and layed down in the bathtub to let it work its magic for about 5 minutes. I did this for 7 nights in a row, although the symptoms were gone after day 2.

2. Take a multi vitamin that has 400mg of folic acid in the morning, as well as a repfresh pill (They are kinda pricey :( and can be found at your pharmacy. Said to have healthy probiotics that are found in a healthy vagina.

3. Take a 400mg pill of folic acid and acidiophilus capsules in the evening.

CURED! Feel normal for the first time in a year. Even after taking flagyl I still did not feel back to myself and the symptoms would reoccur after intercourse or my period. I did feel a little irritated down there after intercourse, so I did the hydro douche the day after and symptoms subsided. Have faith it works... Oh and as far as inserting acidiophilus... I tried that. Mixed it with water and inserted. Irritated me, so I don't recommend that! Good luck to anyone who reads this. :)

I just got a nostril spray bottle of colloidal silver, mixed with peroxide. Sprayed it up my lady parts and poof, gone. It has never come back in two years and was gone within 24 hours. True story.