How is Bacterial Vaginosis diagnosed? Can you buy medication for it OTC?
Friday, August 27th, 2010 at
5:16 am
I think I have it but don’t really want to go to the doctor as I would be WAY too embarrassed to have them swab me "down there". Can they prescribe you antibiotics without having to, uh, look too closely? Is there anything you can buy over the counter which will help?
Filed under: Bacterial Vaginosis
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They have to take a swab test unless it’s obvious. No, you can’t buy OTC for BV. See a doctor. It’s part of growing up and being mature.
Different types of infections:
Signs of yeast infections:
White, cottage cheese-like discharge
Swelling and pain around the vulva
Intense itching
Signs of bacterial vaginosis:
A white, gray or yellowish vaginal discharge
A fishy odor that is strongest after sex or after washing with soap
Itching or burning
Slight redness and swelling of the vagina or vulva