Guideline For The Management Of Bacterial Vaginosis

.....Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is the commonest cause of abnormal discharge in women ofchildbearing age. The reported prevalence has varied from 5% in a group of asymptomaticcollege students to as high as 50% of women in Uganda.

It was reported in 12% of pregnantwomen in the United Kingdom1, and 30% of women undergoing termination of pregnancy2. It is characterised by an overgrowth of predominantly anaerobic organisms (Gardnerellavaginalis, Prevotella species, Mycoplasma hominis, Mobiluncus species).....

.....Symptoms - Offensive fishy smelling vaginal dischargeNot associated with soreness, itching, or irritationMany women (approximately 50%) are asymptomatic...

....Signs - Thin, white, homogeneous discharge, coating the walls of the vagina and vestibule...

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