Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is known to be an abnormal Female genitalia condition. The problem is characterized by Female genitalia discharge and happens due to overgrowth of a typical type of bacteria in the Female genitalia. It will be wrong to say it an infection as it is basically caused due to imbalance of bacteria which are commonly found in Female genitalia area. It is not at all a dangerous health issue but can cause discomfort for women. Many medical experts recommend using boric acid for BV (bacterial vaginosis).(1)
Does Boric Acid Work for BV
Intravaginal boric acid is in use for over hundred years for treating the problem of Female genitalia infections? Boric acid is highly inexpensive, accessible, and is known to be an effective treatment option for many infections.(2)
How to Use Boric Acid for BV(Bacterial Vaginosis)
There are many ways in which you can use boric acid for treating the problem of Bacterial vaginosis. We are mentioning some of the best ways of using the same.
1. Boric Acid and Hydrogen Peroxide for BV
Hydrogen peroxide (HP) is capable to treat the problem of BV in a natural way as the Female genitalia bacteria itself contains (HP).
Ingredients:
- Boric acid
- Hydrogen peroxide
Preparation Time: 5 Mins.
Procedure:
- Take 2 to 3 tablespoons of hydrogen peroxide in a bowl
- Add 1 spoon of boric acid
- Take 3 spoon of water and mix all well
- Clean the Female genitalia using this mix in clean cotton
- Wait for 10 to 15 mins
- Now wash the area well with water
How it work: It will offer you immediate relief from the nasty smell of Female genitalia discharge and offer comfort.
Repetitions: Twice daily for a week.
Best time to Apply: In your free time.
Tips: You can insert diluted hydrogen peroxide and Boric acid soaked tampons for 30 mins for a comfortable feeling.(3)
[ Read: How to Use Hydrogen Peroxide for BV ]
2. Boric Acid and Coconut oil for BV
Coconut oil is known for having good amount of antibacterial as well anti fungal features which can treat much infection including BV.(4)
Ingredients:
- Coconut Oil
- Boric Acid
Preparation Time: 5 Min.
Procedure:
- Take 2 spoon of coconut oil in a bowl
- Add 1 spoon of boric acid and mix well
- Soak a tampon in the mix and place it in your Female genitalia
- Keep It for 2 hours and then wash the area with water
How it works: This will help in fighting the bacteria which is responsible for causing the Female genitalia infection.
Repetitions: 2 times a day for a week.
Best time to Apply: Before bedtime or in your free time.
Tips: Include coconut oil in cooking food when you are suffering from BV.
How Long Does it Take for Boric Acid to Cure BV
- You need to use it for minimum 7 days twice a day to get the relief faster from the problem of BV.
There are various other ways of treating the problem of BV in women, but use of boric acid(5) can offer you the desired result must faster. You can use boric acid alone or even along with other natural ingredients for treatment.
Scientific Evidence:
- BASIC study: is intravaginal boric acid non-inferior to metronidazole in symptomatic bacterial vaginosis? Study protocol for a randomized controlled trial- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4514959/
- Boric Acid Addition to Suppressive Antimicrobial Therapy for Recurrent Bacterial Vaginosis : Sexually Transmitted Diseases- https://journals.lww.com/stdjournal/Fulltext/2009/11000/Boric_Acid_Addition_to_Suppressive_Antimicrobial.13.aspx
- Utilisation of hydrogen peroxide in the treatment of recurrent bacterial vaginosis- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14676737/
- Comparison of antibacterial efficacy of coconut oil and chlorhexidine on Streptococcus mutans: An in vivo study- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5109859/
- Boric Acid- https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Boric-acid#section=2D-Structure
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