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How To Treat Gardnerella Vaginalis In A Child, Antibiotics Offered Little Relief?

Hi!
I live in Italy. My 6 year old daughter has been diagnosed woth garnerella vaginilis. She has already taken a 6 day course of anitbiotics in powder form (Claivulin - amoxicillina + acido clavulanico). Before bedtime canesten cream.
After she had finished the antibiotics her symtoms; redness and smelly discharge seemed to get worse. Her doctor said to continue with the canesten and retake "tampone Test". I am awaiting her results but her symptoms have not changed. In the meantime I have booked an appointment with my ginecologist.
What do you suggest?

Thank you for your time
Sylvia Negri
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Mon, 16 Feb 2015
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Hi,

Welcome to health care magic.

Gardnerella vaginalis causes a condition called as bacterial vaginosis. This is characterized by foul smelling discharge, itchiness and redness. This condition is easily treated by antibiotics. If your daughter has not responded to the prescribed antibiotics, then you should get a culture sensitivity done to know the appropriate antibiotics. Metronidazole along with a quinolone antibiotic is more effective in such cases. I suggest you discuss my suggestions with her treating doctor.
Maintenance of personal hygiene is a must.
Thanks.
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How To Treat Gardnerella Vaginalis In A Child, Antibiotics Offered Little Relief?

Hi, Welcome to health care magic. Gardnerella vaginalis causes a condition called as bacterial vaginosis. This is characterized by foul smelling discharge, itchiness and redness. This condition is easily treated by antibiotics. If your daughter has not responded to the prescribed antibiotics, then you should get a culture sensitivity done to know the appropriate antibiotics. Metronidazole along with a quinolone antibiotic is more effective in such cases. I suggest you discuss my suggestions with her treating doctor. Maintenance of personal hygiene is a must. Thanks.