bacterial vaginosis
Genital flora imbalance
Bacterial vaginosis is a vaginal infection caused by an imbalance of naturally occurring bacteria, typically producing a thin grayish discharge with a fishy odor.
It's the most common vaginal infection in women of reproductive age and is not considered a sexually transmitted disease, though sexual activity can trigger it.
Often abbreviated BV.
- LactobacillusLactic acid-producing bacterial genus
- douchingInternal rinsing with fluid
- dischargeRelease of substance outward
- antibioticsBacteria-destroying medicines
- metronidazoleAntiparasitic and antibacterial medication
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