BV can be itchy, uncomfortable, and painful. Here's how to prevent spreading it.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Are you feeling less-than-great down there lately? Unpleasant symptoms like itching, burning and discharge are typical of two very ...

Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) is a common vaginal infection that occurs when the natural balance of bacteria in the vagina is disrupted. Traditionally, BV has been classified as a bacterial infection, but ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. If you’ve ever had a yeast infection (and research shows that 75% of us have), you’re all too familiar with the telltale symptoms ...

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, ...

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 ...

One in three women are affected by bacterial vaginosis (BV), a common but poorly understood condition caused by an imbalance of vaginal bacteria that can cause discomfort and pain. BV is treated with ...

Bacterial vaginosis recurrence is less likely when a woman’s male partner is also treated with antibiotics, a new study has found. Most men treated with antibiotics don’t experience side effects. You ...

Researchers believe they have had a breakthrough in understanding how certain bacterial populations disrupt vaginal health, sometimes leading to pregnancy loss, sexually transmitted infections, and ...

Have you ever felt embarrassed or worried after noticing a fishy smell in your genital area? If you’re a woman, that smell usually indicates bacterial vaginosis (BV) and can be treated with ...

New research reveals how the vaginal microbiome can sabotage antibiotic treatment, explaining why bacterial vaginosis keeps coming back, and what it will take to finally stop it. Study: Vaginal ...