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16 sie 2023 · Key facts. Bacterial vaginosis is the most common cause of vaginal discharge among women of reproductive age. BV prevalence varies across countries and population groups, but a recent systematic review and meta-analysis of the global BV prevalence among women of reproductive age range from 23–29%
18 lip 2021 · Key points. Bacterial vaginosis (BV): common cause of abnormal discharge in women of reproductive age; often asymptomatic. Pathophysiology: loss of normal vaginal flora and rise in pH; increase in anaerobic bacteria like Gardnerella vaginalis, Prevotella spp., leading to discharge changes.
Bacterial vaginosis is identified as a clinical condition that occurs due to bacterial overgrowth in the vagina that leads to vaginal discharge and is characterized by a foul fishy smell with the patient most commonly complaining of itching in the perineal region.
6 maj 2024 · Bacterial vaginosis is a common genital tract overgrowth often encountered by emergency department physicians, family medicine clinicians, internists, and gynecologists. Bacterial vaginosis significantly diminishes the quality of life for affected women.
1 sie 2024 · Educate patients regarding the basic pathophysiology, natural history, and risk factors of the bacterial vaginosis. BV is not considered a sexually transmitted disease, although sexual...
Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is a common, treatable, vaginal condition. BV can occur without sexual activity, but factors like douching and multiple partners increase the risk. It can increase the risk of other sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and complications during pregnancy.
23 sty 2014 · Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is an infection caused when too much of certain bacteria change the normal balance of bacteria in the vagina. How common is bacterial vaginosis? Bacterial vaginosis is the most common vaginal infection in women ages 15-44. How is bacterial vaginosis spread? We do not know about the cause of BV or how some women get it.
