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

Despite numerous therapeutic research efforts, treatment of BV remains cumbersome and clinicians are currently rather poorly armed to treat BV properly in the long run. Moreover, appraisal of the ...

Drexel researchers have developed a simple DNA PCR-based lab test — built on a more detailed genetic analysis of the main ...

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 ...

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

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

Traditionally thought of as a women’s issue, new evidence supports that bacterial vaginosis can be sexually transmitted between men and women. Recognizing this, Wisp, a women’s telehealth ...

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

Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is a common vaginal infection affecting nearly 1 in 3 females globally with strong recurrence rates. While the emphasis on treatment has focused on females, a new study ...

Metronidazole 500 mg orally twice daily for 7 days, or Metronidazole gel (0.75%), one full applicator (5 g) intravaginally, once daily for 5 days, or Clindamycin cream (2%), one full applicator (5 ...