Bacterial vaginosis

BV Time to Treat Male Partners

Did Dick Do It? The Latest on Males and Bacterial Vaginosis

A new study suggests a key to preventing recurrences of bacterial vaginosis (BV) in women might be to treat their male partners.
A woman talks with her health care provider about the link between BV and chlamydia

BV and Chlamydia—New Research Shows a Possible Link

A new study found that there are two distinct types of BV infection, one of which increases the risk of chlamydia infection.
Healthy vaginas

Vaginal Health

What keeps a vagina healthy? Like many things in life, it’s all about balance. What's important is to know what's normal and when things may be off—and when to seek care.
Bacterial vaginosis

Bacterial Vaginosis

Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is a common gynecologic infection, affecting nearly 29 percent of women in the U.S. Learn more about what BV is and how it's diagnosed and treated.