Is BV an STD?

BV is NOT classified as an STI.

What Causes BV

  • Bacterial imbalance in vagina
  • Not a single pathogen
  • Can occur without sex

Symptoms

  • Gray-white discharge
  • Fishy odor
  • Often no symptoms

Treatment

  • Metronidazole
  • Clindamycin cream
Source: CDC, American Sexual Health Association.

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