When to contact your doctor
There are signs to look out for that will require you to call your doctor, some of which include:
- If your vaginal discharge constantly changes color
- If your vaginal that smells different than usual.
- If your vaginal is itching, burning, swelling or soreness.
Conclusion
Despite being a benign infection, bacterial vaginosis (BV) can leave you more susceptible to more severe illnesses. If you detect anything unusual about your vaginal discharge, don’t wait to consult a doctor. Antibiotics can be used to treat BV by your doctor.
References
[1] https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/antibiotics/
[2] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK7638/
[3] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC427720/
[4] https://www.healthline.com/health/womens-health/vaginal-ph-balance
[5] https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/sexually-transmitted-infections-(stis)
[6] https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/pelvic-inflammatory-disease/symptoms-causes/syc-20352594