I’m 16 years old and was diagnosed with bacterial vaginosis. I took Flagyl(twice a day) for it for a week and the symptoms were gone for about two weeks and then it came back. I tried natural remedies and that didn’t seem to work so i was prescribed Flagyl again but instead took it for two weeks. During that time, the symptoms didn’t even improve and now that I am off they are getting worse again. I have never engaged in ANY sexual activity so I know it’s not an STD. I am addicted to sugar and often eat candy and pastries but when I am not eating that I am Always eating something healthy such as brown rice, lots of yogurt, fruit, etc. I also take acidophilus and folic acid twice a day. I rarely drink water. I know diet can have something to do with it so yea… also, can your laundry detergent cause bv? i am doing anything i can to prevent this (like using unscented soaps) but it just doesn’t seem to work so I’m thinking it might be something more serious than bv. With symptoms of a strong foul odor and excessive discharge I indescribably disgusting and self conscious at school, being that I am already obsessive compulsive about hygiene.

My period is due in 2 days. 9 days ago I completed a bacterial vaginosis 5 day treatment. During the treatment I noticed thick discharge, but all that cleared up about a day or two ago. Now i’m having a creamy white discharge. This never happens before my period. Could my body be cleansing itself out or could I have a reoccurent infection? Is it possible this is a sign of pregnancy.

I am losing my mind and would appreciate ANY help

I have been experiencing a recurring vaginal irritation. It lasts for about a week, goes away, then returns 1-2 weeks later. My symptoms are redness all over my vulva, especially the outer labia. It looks inflamed and feels sore. It almost feels like a burning sensation. However, there are NO blisters or lesions, just redness. I have a somewhat grey discharge, but I haven’t noticed a strong odor or an increased amount of it.

My gyno does not believe it is herpes. She says herpes does not typically look or behave the way my symptoms do. I’m not fully convinced, but I did have a negative herpes blood test at 8 weeks since possible exposure. I have not had a blister to swab for a swab test, but she did swab the irritated area and that came back negative (could easily be a false negative though).

She did do a wet prep (tests for yeast infection, trich, and bacterial vaginosis) and I came back positive for bacterial vaginosis. She also said my vaginal pH was a little bit high. I just don’t know if BV could be causing all these symptoms, especially the burning feeling on my genital area. I took antibiotics but they did not help. I also am taking boric acid suppositories and probiotics. My symptoms haven’t improved after a week.

I have absolutely no idea what this is or what to do…and my doctor seems to just think it’s the BV. Any ideas?

How long did it take before the medication relieved symptoms?

I took my first tablet only 3 hours ago and the irritation has subsided considerably. Is this normal?

I have had a discharge and odorous coming from my vagina for years now and my doctor never found any stds or anything but finally they tell me I have BV and I want to know what damage has it done to my body out of all these years of having it. I’m scared that I wont be fertile anymore and I’m only 18. I don’t have any symptoms on pelvic inflammatory disease but I’m still scared… please help

My girlfriend was diagnosed with bacterial vaginosis, and it itches after we have sex, and burning when I pee, now I have a rash. Could this be from her problem or might it be from something else. The started out as little bumps like pimples and now its a rash that HURTS. What do I do?

I’ve been trying to do research on ways to treat and prevent BV and I keep coming across e-books for remedies to cure BV naturally within 3 days. I haven’t found any useful reviews because every site that I’ve been directed to just seems interested in pushing readers to buy the book. Is there anyone who knows a little more information on these e-books? I would like to read a REAL review.

Pregnant, received treatment of bacteria vaginosis, itching and odor is still present, so any advice on this? The odor is not bad, but a little itching going on around my buttox and virgina area on the outside.

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I’m 17, I went to the doctors on Friday, and had my first pap smear and STD testing. (I asked for this, because I’ve been having "funky" discharge). It turns out I have BV, and the doctor prescribed me something to take care of it.. He let me chose between a vaginal cream, and pills (Of course I chose the pills, less messy). We are also waiting on the other STD testing results (which I hope come back negative.. My doctor said he doubts I have anything else). My doctor told me that this was confidential (unless something came up positive, because then it’d show on medical charges/treatment). He also told me I could pick up my pills myself at my local pharmacy. When I got home, I decided to tell my Dad that I had BV (via note).. I’m not good at keeping things from my dad. He seemed EXTREMELY mad.. I told him it’s more of a bacterial infection then and STD, but he was still mad.. Today he stopped by to pick the pills up for me, and when he got home he didn’t seem mad at all. Could the pharmacist have told him it’s just bad bacteria and not an std?

Anyways.. here are my questions:
How long does it take to notice effects from the pills? (I have to take 2 a day for 7 days).
Anything I should avoid (besides intercourse) while taking the medication?
What exactly causes BV?
What should I avoid to help from getting it again?
How common is it?

Thank you! I am just Curious..