Finding accurate and up to date information on bacterial vaginosis can be a bit like searching for a needle in a haystack.

There is certainly no shortage of reading available, but how accurate is any of it? Unfortunately these days there is a lot of misinformation floating around.

This short article will give you a straight to the point overview of exactly what is bacteria vaginosis.

• BV is a vaginal problem caused by an overgrowth of certain types of bacteria.
• It is not a sexually transmitted disease (STD).
• A fishy smell and vaginal discharge (white/gray in color) are the main symptoms of BV.
• Many women experience no symptoms when they have BV.
• There is not usually any itching or inflammation.
• Up to 77% of women will experience a recurrence of the problem once treated with antibiotics.
• BV can cause complications with pregnancy such as premature birth, low birth weight and pelvic disease.
• There is no known exact cause, but it is thought to be due to a number of different factors.

How Can I Diagnose BV?

Your doctor can conduct a vaginal swap in order to determine whether bacterial vaginosis is present.

Learning as much as you can about bacterial vaginosis means that you will be well armed to deal with the condition when it arises.