New research suggests that bacterial vaginosis can be sexually transmitted, meaning men can reinfect their female partners.

Treatment of BV is primarily targeted at resolving or alleviating ... once daily for 5 days, or Clindamycin cream (2%), one full applicator (5 g) intravaginally at bedtime for 7 days Metronidazole ...

In a clinical trial, treating both partners in a relationship significantly reduced the likelihood of recurrence of bacterial vaginosis.

Bacterial vaginosis, which is caused by bacteria overgrowing in the vagina, can be hard to treat, with women often experiencing recurring symptoms. Now it seems that asking their male sexual partners ...

Healthcare providers may also assess symptoms and perform a pH test, as BV typically raises vaginal pH above 4.5. Treatment usually involves a course of antibiotics, taken orally or applied as a gel ...

That fishy smell? It’s bacterial vaginosis. A new study shows it’s an STI, and male partners should be treated to stop the ...

According to new research, bacterial vaginosis may be a sexually transmitted infection. Here's what that means for future ...

In this randomized controlled trial, female patients with bacterial vaginosis (BV) had lower recurrence rates when their male ...

A placebo cream was not used for men owing to ... were informed that they would be offered male-partner treatment if bacterial vaginosis recurred during the follow-up period.

These findings suggest that including male partners in treatment for BV could improve treatment success ... 400-milligram tablets and 2% clindamycin cream applied to penile skin) twice daily ...

Therapy of BV typically involves treatment with oral or intravaginal metronidazole or clindamycin and is associated with particularly high relapse rates. Alternative treatment options ...