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What if im not sexualy active and i have a vaginal bacterial infection what reason could it be for it ?

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Dr. Roy Arnold answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Infection: of the vagina with bacteria can occur without sexual activity due to changes in diet or careless hygiene. Keep yourself clean, after toileting wipe yourself front to back and consider adding a probiotic like yogurt, sauerkraut or kimchee to your diet. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!

Dr Fried agreed

Answered 9/29/2014

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