Imagine this: You’re on a tropical getaway…but between the persistent vaginal itching and irritation you’re feeling, you’re in sweatpants instead of a bikini. Recurrent bacterial vaginosis doesn’t ...

Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is the most common vaginal infection in women. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the condition affects nearly 30% of women between 15 and 44 ...

Bacterial vaginosis (BV) affects 1 in 3 women, causing embarrassment and discomfort. However, according to a recent study, BV occurs in nearly 29% of 14‐ to 49‐year‐old women in the United States, ...

If you’ve ever experienced bacterial vaginosis, otherwise referred to as BV, you’ll know how uncomfortable it is. But you’ll also know, it’s very common and can be easily treated with an antibiotic.

Bacterial vaginosis is a common condition in which the natural microbiome of the vagina falls out of balance, sometimes leading to complications in sexual and reproductive health. But exactly how ...

Researchers found that recurrence occurred in 35 and 63% of women in the partner-treatment and control groups, respectively. HealthDay News — Treating male partners in addition to women with bacterial ...

Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is a common vaginal infection affecting nearly 1 in 3 females globally with strong recurrence rates. While the emphasis on treatment has focused on females, a new study ...

Treating male sexual partners and women with bacterial vaginosis was better than treating women alone. Unlike past trials, both oral and topical antibiotic partner treatment was key. Adherence from ...

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Holly has a degree in Medical Biochemistry from the University of Leicester. Her scientific interests include genomics, personalized medicine, and bioethics.View full profile Holly has a degree in ...

Addition of antimicrobial therapy for male partners to treatment of women results in lower rate of recurrence. (HealthDay News) — Treating male partners in addition to women with bacterial vaginosis ...