10 BV Symptoms

By lizzie

Reviewed: dr. stavarache

Article Sources

1. 'Bacterial Vaginosis.' Mayo Clinic, 1 May 2019, mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/bacterial-vaginosis/symptoms-causes/syc-20352279
2. 'Bacterial Vaginosis.' Cleveland Clinic, 5 June 2020, my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/3963-bacterial-vaginosis

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Risk Factors

While the cause of BV remains unclear, there are some risk factors that may increase the chances of developing it. Multiple sex partners or even a new partner can contribute to the overgrowth of bacteria that causes BV. Douching is another risk factor, as this practice rinses the vagina of all bacteria, including the good kind.¹‘Bacterial Vaginosis.’ Mayo Clinic, 1 May 2019, mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/bacterial-vaginosis/symptoms-causes/syc-20352279

Some women simply don't produce enough good bacteria naturally, which can increase their chances of developing BV.