Bacterial vaginosis videos
Peer reviewed by Dr Colin Tidy, MRCGPAuthored by Victoria RawOriginally published 26 Jun 2025
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Our bacterial vaginosis (BV) video hub provides a curated selection of informational videos that expertly breaks down what BV is, what causes it, how to spot the symptoms, and the best ways to treat and prevent it.
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Overview
Bacterial vaginosis is a vaginal condition caused by an imbalance in the natural bacteria that live in the vagina. Common symptoms include watery vaginal discharge, a strong fishy smell, and itching.
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Article history
The information on this page is peer reviewed by qualified clinicians.
Next review due: 26 Jun 2028
26 Jun 2025 | Originally published
Authored by:
Victoria RawPeer reviewed by
Dr Colin Tidy, MRCGP
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