Considerations for partner therapy in patients with bacterial vaginosis
The author describes the relatively increased prevalence of bacterial vaginosis (BV) among women who have sex with women (WSW) and…
bacterial vaginosis
Focus on sexual health | Bacterial vaginosis: Impact of sexual activity, implications for sexual health
Brooke M. Faught Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is the most prevalent vaginal infection. Although BV is not classified as a sexually…
Management of bacterial vaginosis: Updated guidance from ACOG
Introduction In January 2020, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) published new guidelines on vaginitis in nonpregnant patients.…
Recurrent bacterial vaginosis
What can a nurse practitioner do for a woman who has been treated “countless times” for BV? (more…)
The ABCDs of bacterial vaginosis: Abnormal flora, Bothersome symptoms, Chronicity, and Differential diagnosis
Faculty: Alisa Pascale, DNP, WHNP-BC, is a women’s health nurse practitioner at the Vulvovaginal Disorders Program & Gynecology at Massachusetts…
The history of secnidazole
In September 2017, the FDA approved secnidazole for the treatment of bacterial vaginosis. Although new to the United States, secnidazole…
USPSTF Recommends Against Screening For Bacterial Vaginosis In Asymptomatic Pregnant Women Not At Increased Risk For Preterm Delivery
Healio (4/7) reports, “The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommended against screening for bacterial vaginosis in asymptomatic pregnant women who are…