Bacterial vaginosis causes

Although the precise cause of bacterial vaginosis (BV) is unknown, an imbalance in the vagina’s normal bacterial flora is thought to be the cause. A healthy vagina contains a balance of “bad” and “good” bacteria, mostly lactobacilli and other microorganisms. When this equilibrium is upset, an excessive number of “bad” bacteria proliferate, which results in … Read more

Is bacterial vaginosis an STD?

Sexual activity can be a risk factor for the development of bacterial vaginosis (BV), but it is not considered an STD or a sexually transmitted infection (STI). A common vaginal infection known as bacterial vaginosis (BV) is caused by an imbalance in the vagina’s natural bacterial flora. It is typified by a decrease in the … Read more