Question 1

Dx'ed with bacterial vaginosis. not sure how long i've had it. how likely is it to cause infertility?

Accepted Answer

While theoretically possible, i've never heard of bacterial vaginosis causing infertility.  It's very common, so if it did cause infertility, that would be a lot of women affected.  Sometimes it can go undiagnosed for a long time. So long as you've treated it now, though, you should be fine.

Question 2

How long does bacterial vaginosis have to go untreated before it causes serious problems like infertility?

Accepted Answer

Bacterial vaginosis (bv) is too many of the 'wrong' bacteria and less of the 'good ones'. It is not a std/sexually transmitted disease, is treatable, and does not cause infertility. If you think you have BV see your ob/gyn for testing and treatment, if needed. S/he can also check for STDs like chlamydia, especially if you're under 26. See rei specialist if you're trying to conceive without success.

Question 3

Can bacterial vaginosis cause infertility? i've had discharge for almost 2 years that i thought was normal, it had an odor but not a foul one. turns out i have bv. can my ability to have a baby in the future be affected?

Accepted Answer

there are cases of BV causing PID which can block your fallopian tubes, but even that isn't likely.  Many women pregnanct and non pregnant have issues with BV.  Its not something I worry about when treating infertility or discussing fertility.

Question 4

Can constant uti's cause infertility? or bacterial vaginosis?

Accepted Answer

Certain types of infections can cause infertility, especially if left untreated. For example, chlamydia or gonorrhea infections can cause a condition known as pelvic inflammatory disease which causes scars to form in your uterus. You should be evaluated for these and be evaluated for your other symptoms to ensure that you have a safe, healthy pregnancy.

Question 5

Could bacterial vaginosis cause you to be tired?

Accepted Answer

Bacterial Vaginosis is the most common vaginal infection It is due to an overgrowth of a normal vaginal bacteria named Gardnarella . 
It causes vaginal irritation, dischare and a fishy odor. It does not cause you to be tired
You must be tested in a doctor's office and treated with antibiotics to cure. It can be a repetitive infection.

Question 6

Can anyone tell me what causes bacterial vaginosis?

Accepted Answer

Bacterial vaginosis is a mild infection of the vagina caused by native bacteria. Normally, there are a lot of "good" bacteria and some "bad" bacteria in the vagina. The good types help control the growth of the bad types. In women with BV, the balance is upset. There are not enough good bacteria and too many bad bacteria.A sign of bacterial vaginosis can be a "fishy" smell, which may be worse after sex. About half of women who have bacterial vaginosis do not notice any symptoms.

Question 7

Does bacterial vaginosis cause cervicitis?

Accepted Answer

Bacterial vaginosis usually causes a thin, grey-white discharge and a characteristic bad smell, which could be described as "musty" or "fishy." unlike a cervicitis, where the cervix is the source of discharge due an infection or other irritation, with bacterial vaginosis the discharge comes from the vagina due to a shift away from the good bacteria that usually live there.

Question 8

Can bacterial vaginosis cause brown discharge?

Accepted Answer

Often presents with white, gray, or yellowish cloudy discharge with a fishy  odor. Brown discharge often contains older, deoxygenated blood ; may be seen after the period. If you have a change in color, texture, odor or amount of vaginal discharge ; problems such as pain, itching burning with urination or sex or redness/swelling  then it is best to see your gynecologist for evaluation.

Question 9

Causes and treatment for chronic bacterial vaginosis?

Accepted Answer

Go on the following cdc website. It is excellent.
http://www.cdc.gov/std/bv/stdfact-bacterial-vaginosis.htm.

Question 10

Does diflucan (fluconazole) cause bacterial vaginosis?

Accepted Answer

No diflucan (fluconazole) is an anti-fungal medication

Can bacterial vaginosis cause you to become infertile

Dx'ed with bacterial vaginosis. not sure how long i've had it. how likely is it to cause infertility?

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How long does bacterial vaginosis have to go untreated before it causes serious problems like infertility?

Can bacterial vaginosis cause infertility? i've had discharge for almost 2 years that i thought was normal, it had an odor but not a foul one. turns out i have bv. can my ability to have a baby in the future be affected?

Can constant uti's cause infertility? or bacterial vaginosis?

Could bacterial vaginosis cause you to be tired?

Can anyone tell me what causes bacterial vaginosis?

Does bacterial vaginosis cause cervicitis?

Can bacterial vaginosis cause brown discharge?

Causes and treatment for chronic bacterial vaginosis?

Does diflucan (fluconazole) cause bacterial vaginosis?

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