Bacterial vaginosis
goodtoknow says: Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is a common infection that happens in women of childbearing age. An imbalance of germs in your vagina causes it. It is not sexually transmitted and you don't get it from poor hygiene. The discharge is normally white/grey in colour and has a fishy smell, but you shouldn't get any itchiness or soreness around your vulva or vagina. You may have BV but have no symptoms at all. See your GP. Treatment is usually very effective with metronidazole tablets. If you're pregnant there is a slight risk of complications, so let your GP know.
For a full medical explanation of the causes, symptoms and treatments of bacterial vaginosis from patient.co.uk, read on.
Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is a common cause of vaginal discharge. The discharge is not usually itchy or sore. It is not a sexually transmitted infection. Symptoms are often mild, and it may clear without treatment. A course of antibiotics usually clears BV.
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