Bacterial vaginosis - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
WEBJun 10, 2023 · To diagnose bacterial vaginosis, your doctor may: Ask questions about your medical history. Your doctor may ask about any vaginal infections or STI s you've had before.
Bacterial Vaginosis (BV): Causes, Symptoms & Treatment - Cleveland Clinic
WEBBacterial vaginosis (BV) is a common vaginal infection that happens when some normal bacteria that live in your vagina overgrow, causing a bacterial imbalance. Symptoms include an off-white or gray vaginal discharge that smells “fishy.”
Bacterial vaginosis - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
WEBJun 10, 2023 · Symptoms. Symptoms of bacterial vaginosis include: Thin, vaginal discharge that may be gray, white or green. Foul-smelling, "fishy" vaginal odor. Vaginal itching. Burning during urination. Many people with bacterial vaginosis have no symptoms. When to see a doctor. Make an appointment to see a health care professional if:
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WEBClinical diagnosis of BV by Amsel criteria requires at least three of the following four symptoms or signs: Homogeneous, thin discharge (milklike consistency) that smoothly coats the vaginal walls. Clue cells (e.g., vaginal epithelial cells studded with adherent bacteria) on microscopic examination. pH of vaginal fluid >4.5.
Vaginitis: Diagnosis and Treatment - AAFP
WEBMar 1, 2018 · Bacterial vaginosis is traditionally diagnosed with Amsel criteria, although Gram stain is the diagnostic standard. Newer laboratory tests that detect Gardnerella vaginalis DNA or vaginal...
Bacterial Vaginosis - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf
WEBMay 6, 2024 · The diagnosis of bacterial vaginosis is typically suggested clinically and confirmed by obtaining a swab of the vaginal discharge and creating a wet mount slide to view under a microscope.
About Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) | Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) | CDC
WEBDec 11, 2023 · Signs and symptoms. How common is BV? BV is the most common vaginal condition in women ages 15-44. Douching, not using condoms, and having new or multiple sex partners can upset the normal balance of vaginal bacteria, increasing your risk for getting BV. How it spreads. How does BV spread? Researchers do not know the cause of …
Bacterial vaginosis: Clinical manifestations and diagnosis
WEBJul 24, 2024 · Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is a clinical condition characterized by a shift in vaginal microbiota away from Lactobacillus species toward more diverse bacterial species, including facultative anaerobes.
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WEBJan 22, 2024 · Bacterial Vaginosis Diagnosis. To confirm a BV diagnosis, your doctor will: Ask about your medical history; Do an overall physical exam; Do a pelvic exam; Check your vagina’s pH or acidity...
Bacterial Vaginosis: Symptoms and How to Treat It - Healthline
WEBJul 18, 2019 · Strong odor with vaginal discharge is a common symptom of bacterial vaginosis (BV). Itchiness and a burning sensation when urinating are also possible. Untreated BV may increase your chance...