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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Diagnosis

A medical practitioner can diagnose BV through fluid samples taken from the vagina.²‘Bacterial Vaginosis.’ Cleveland Clinic, 5 June 2020, my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/3963-bacterial-vaginosis These samples are then sent to a lab, where they are analyzed for the presence of bacteria that indicates BV. This is the best way to rule out any other conditions that may have similar symptoms.

A diagnosis is necessary for effective treatment, so this is the reason it is important to see a medical practitioner for those suspected to have developed BV.