Diseases

Vaginosis

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Bacterial vaginosis (bv) is a disease of the vagina caused by excessive growth of bacteria. Common symptoms include increased vaginal discharge that often smells like fish. The discharge is usually white or gray in color. Burning with urination may occur.

SYMPTOMS

In some cases, there are no symptoms. In other cases, there may be abnormal vaginal discharge, itching or odour.

CAUSES

Preterm birth. In pregnant women, bacterial vaginosis is linked to premature deliveries and low birth weight babies.
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