Women who have oral sex at risk of nasty bacterial infection down below, experts warn

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Women who have oral sex at risk of nasty bacterial infection down below, experts warn
https://www.thesun.co.uk/fabulous/12...-infection-bv/

HAVING oral sex could put women at risk of a nasty infection down below, experts warn.
A common type of bacteria found in the mouth could create an environment for a condition known as bacterial vaginosis to thrive.
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Having oral sex could put women at a higher risk of bacterial vaginosis (BV), experts claim
Known as BV, the condition is an imbalance of the usual bacteria found in the vagina which can cause foul-smelling discharge.
It's not a sexually transmitted infection but if untreated it can make women more vulnerable to them, as well as getting urinary infections.
The vagina is normally acidic and tends to have plenty of "good" bacteria called lactobacillus.
But sometimes the natural pH balance can tip and other micro-organisms can thrive.

Upset the balance
Researchers from the University of California wanted to discover how a common bacteria found in the mouth could upset the delicate balance.
They found that the mouth bacterium, Fusobacterium nucleatum, which is linked with gum disease and dental plaque, could encourage BV.
The study, published in PLoS Biology, looked at bacterial behaviour in mice and human vaginal specimens.
Dr Amanda Lewis, who led the research, said that their experiments showed that the mouth bacteria appeared to aid in the growth of other bacteria implicated in BV.
How to stop BV reoccuring

1. Don’t use a douche or ever feel the need to "wash" your vagina by pushing water or detergents up there
2. Don’t use perfumed soaps or antiseptic products down below or in the bath
3. Try using a condom if you tend to get BV symptoms after having sex with a male partner
4. Try using Balance Activ – one or two tubes a week or one pessary a day for four or five days, if there are times when you tend to get a recurrence, such as around the time of your period

She suggested that her team's findings show how oral sex could contribute to some cases of BV.
Experts already know that the infection can be triggered by sex, including between women.
But they cautioned that this new research highlights an additional risk which is only very small.
Dr Anne Henderson, consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist, told The Sun Online: "This is a very interesting study which raises potentially important risk factor for bacterial vaginosis (BV).
"BV is becoming increasingly problematic in women but is often a misdiagnosed as other infections including thrush

Women should not, however, be alarmed by this data as the additional risk is very small
Dr Anne HendersonGynaecologist

"There has been previous evidence relating to both oral and anal sex and an increased risk of BV due to possible triggers associated with the increased risk.
"Women should not, however, be alarmed by this data as the additional risk is very small.
"My recommendation is to focus on optimising vaginal health.
"The best way to minimise the risk of infection such as BV is to ensure a regular intake of a high quality probiotic supplement.
"Ensuring high concentration of lactobacillus which is the vagina’s “natural defence” will minimise the risk of BV, thrush and STIs.
"Women should also follow sensible precautions and avoid the use of douches and deodorants and should stick to bland washing products without unnecessary synthetic additives such as parabens, fragrance, dye and other agents.
"There is also evidence that organic sanitary products and menstrual cups may be associated with a reduced risk of vaginal infection, particularly thrush and BV as they seem do not seem to disrupt the natural pH balance as much as other sanitary products."

Dr Shree Datta, INTIMINA’s gynaecologist, said: "Whilst there is some evidence to suggest an association with oral sex and bacterial vaginosis, the studies are limited and many different factors may influence this.
"This includes the oral hygiene of the person giving oral sex as well as the vaginal microbiome and strength of immunity in the recipient.
"Don’t forget many others things can muddy the waters here - for example, how often you have oral sex and whether you have any medical problems which may make you prone to bacterial vaginosis.
"Smoking and vaginal douching can also affect your vaginal bacterial balance."

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You wouldn't lick a dirty foul smelling vagina unless you're a dirty bastard too

[joebiden]

the mouth harbors many bacteria on both sexes nothing new here, personal hygene should be the norm if it smells off, it is.

[DonaldTramp]

the mouth harbors many bacteria on both sexes nothing new here, personal hygene should be the norm if it smells off, it is.

Hello my fellow American old man!

Ae you here seeking the Irish vote?

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Women who have oral sex at risk of nasty bacterial infection down below, experts warn
https://www.thesun.co.uk/fabulous/12...-infection-bv/

HAVING oral sex could put women at risk of a nasty infection down below, experts warn.
A common type of bacteria found in the mouth could create an environment for a condition known as bacterial vaginosis to thrive.
1

Having oral sex could put women at a higher risk of bacterial vaginosis (BV), experts claim
Known as BV, the condition is an imbalance of the usual bacteria found in the vagina which can cause foul-smelling discharge.
It's not a sexually transmitted infection but if untreated it can make women more vulnerable to them, as well as getting urinary infections.
The vagina is normally acidic and tends to have plenty of "good" bacteria called lactobacillus.
But sometimes the natural pH balance can tip and other micro-organisms can thrive.

Upset the balance
Researchers from the University of California wanted to discover how a common bacteria found in the mouth could upset the delicate balance.
They found that the mouth bacterium, Fusobacterium nucleatum, which is linked with gum disease and dental plaque, could encourage BV.
The study, published in PLoS Biology, looked at bacterial behaviour in mice and human vaginal specimens.
Dr Amanda Lewis, who led the research, said that their experiments showed that the mouth bacteria appeared to aid in the growth of other bacteria implicated in BV.
How to stop BV reoccuring

1. Don’t use a douche or ever feel the need to "wash" your vagina by pushing water or detergents up there
2. Don’t use perfumed soaps or antiseptic products down below or in the bath
3. Try using a condom if you tend to get BV symptoms after having sex with a male partner
4. Try using Balance Activ – one or two tubes a week or one pessary a day for four or five days, if there are times when you tend to get a recurrence, such as around the time of your period

She suggested that her team's findings show how oral sex could contribute to some cases of BV.
Experts already know that the infection can be triggered by sex, including between women.
But they cautioned that this new research highlights an additional risk which is only very small.
Dr Anne Henderson, consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist, told The Sun Online: "This is a very interesting study which raises potentially important risk factor for bacterial vaginosis (BV).
"BV is becoming increasingly problematic in women but is often a misdiagnosed as other infections including thrush

Women should not, however, be alarmed by this data as the additional risk is very small
Dr Anne HendersonGynaecologist

"There has been previous evidence relating to both oral and anal sex and an increased risk of BV due to possible triggers associated with the increased risk.
"Women should not, however, be alarmed by this data as the additional risk is very small.
"My recommendation is to focus on optimising vaginal health.
"The best way to minimise the risk of infection such as BV is to ensure a regular intake of a high quality probiotic supplement.
"Ensuring high concentration of lactobacillus which is the vagina’s “natural defence” will minimise the risk of BV, thrush and STIs.
"Women should also follow sensible precautions and avoid the use of douches and deodorants and should stick to bland washing products without unnecessary synthetic additives such as parabens, fragrance, dye and other agents.
"There is also evidence that organic sanitary products and menstrual cups may be associated with a reduced risk of vaginal infection, particularly thrush and BV as they seem do not seem to disrupt the natural pH balance as much as other sanitary products."

Dr Shree Datta, INTIMINA’s gynaecologist, said: "Whilst there is some evidence to suggest an association with oral sex and bacterial vaginosis, the studies are limited and many different factors may influence this.
"This includes the oral hygiene of the person giving oral sex as well as the vaginal microbiome and strength of immunity in the recipient.
"Don’t forget many others things can muddy the waters here - for example, how often you have oral sex and whether you have any medical problems which may make you prone to bacterial vaginosis.
"Smoking and vaginal douching can also affect your vaginal bacterial balance."

Women who see me in their nether regions giving oral sex are at major risk of nausea.
Although I'm not a giver so it would mostly be their imagination and psych-somatic.