Although E. coli is in the rectum and is its natural inhabitant, getting it into the genitals can lead to the emergence of various gynecological diseases.
E. coli in gynecology
The E. coli causes bacterial vaginosis (vaginitis), which leads to the defeat of the bladder, urethra, external skin. If the first symptoms of the inflammatory process occur, you urgently need to visit a gynecologist who will help to establish the correct diagnosis and prescribe the appropriate treatment. It is important to understand that if you do not treat the E. coli in the vagina, complications may develop with time - endometritis, cervical erosion , cervicitis and other gynecological diseases.
Causes of ingestion of E. coli in the vagina
The main reason for getting into the vagina of E. coli is the wrong washing, when a woman is washing the genitals in the direction from the anus to the vagina. Also, the infection can be caused by the presence of an intrauterine device, the management of promiscuity, frequent douching, tight underwear (especially thongs), decreased immunity, and concomitant diseases.
Treatment of E. coli in the vagina
Appropriate treatment can be prescribed only by a gynecologist after taking the tests, in no case should you start taking medication yourself! The usual treatment is to take antibiotics for several days. It is important to remember that when antibiotics are taken the symptoms disappear quickly, but for the final cure it is necessary to completely drink the prescribed course of drugs.
Intestinal bacillus in pregnancy
The E. coli can adversely affect the course of pregnancy. Therefore, it is important for women planning a pregnancy to pre-test with a partner and undergo treatment if necessary. Treatment of infections during pregnancy can harm future children.