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Review
. 2017 Dec;30(12):15-21.
doi: 10.1097/01.JAA.0000526770.60197.fa.

Bacterial vaginosis: A practical review

Paulette Bagnall  1 , Denise Rizzolo
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Bacterial vaginosis: A practical review

Paulette Bagnall et al. JAAPA. 2017 Dec.

Abstract

Bacterial vaginosis is a common vaginal infection that causes discharge, odor, and irritation. It can predispose women to sexually transmitted infections (STIs) including HIV. Recurrent bacterial vaginosis may require prolonged treatment to return the vaginal flora to a normal predominately lactobacilli-dominated environment.

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