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American Sexual
Health Association

Vaginal Health

Healthy vaginas

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.

Understanding Bacterial Vaginosis

Understanding Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)

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.