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A 41-year-old member asked:

Plz tell me how do you treat bacterial vaginosis?

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Dr. Alan Patterson
Obstetrics and Gynecology 44 years experience
I use Cleocin (clindamycin phosphate) vag : Supp or cream, you can also use Metrogel or Metronidazole pills, Cleocin (clindamycin phosphate) usually works the best, you should get a culture because there are many differnet bact that can cause bv, see your gyn.
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A 28-year-old female asked:

What can you take to treat a bacterial vaginosis?

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Dr. Oscar Novick
Pediatrics 60 years experience
Bacterial vaginosis: You can do nothing and the vaginosis will clear up or you can consult your doctor and he can take a culture and give you a specific antibiotic for the cause.
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A 39-year-old member asked:

Can you tell me about experience with bacterial vaginosis?

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Dr. Peter Baumann
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Nuisance: it is a nuisance that will not cause permanent harm like gonorrhea or chlamydia can do to your Fallopian tubes
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A 27-year-old member asked:

How can I treat bacterial vaginosis at home?

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Dr. Michelle Mccusker
Obstetrics and Gynecology 42 years experience
Check up: Bv usually needs to be treated by prescription antibiotics. If you have frequent recurrences, talk to your doctor about possible ways to balance your pH and keep the vaginal bacteria in better balance. Some people used over the counter products such as rephresh or luvena. Some physicians use vaginal suppositories containing boric acid, but these need to be made by a compounding pharmacist.
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