Bacterial vaginosis is triggered by an imbalance of bacteria in the body. The most common symptoms include an unpleasant odour and unusual vaginal discharge.
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Bacterial vaginosis occurs because of an overgrowth of one of several bacteria naturally found in your vagina. Usually, if there are too many anaerobic bacteria, they upset the natural balance of microorganisms and cause bacterial vaginosis. This causes the normal pH of your vagina to rise, which results in a pale discharge and a strong smell. This is only the case for half of affected women though; 50% of women with bacterial vaginosis don’t get any symptoms.
Bacterial vaginosis isn’t sexually transmitted but it is linked to sexual activity. It can occur more often in women who have multiple sex partners or a new sex partner.
Anyone with a vagina can develop bacterial vaginosis; pre-pubescent, child-bearing, and post-menopausal women are all at risk. However, the condition is slightly more common in sexually active people.
Many bacterial vaginosis cases are caused by the upset pH balance of the vagina, which, more often than not, is a result of using too much perfumed soap or topical treatments containing plastics and chemicals.
Bacterial vaginosis is the number one cause of all unusual vaginal discharge in pre-menopausal women. It’s most common in sexually active women, and it can vary in severity. It may be symptomless too, so sometimes it’s difficult to detect.
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