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If ur wbc is higher than a certain number does that mean i have more going on than just bv? i am awaiting results from my dr.

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Dr. Ziad Akl answered

Possibly: Bv does not cause an elevation of the white count. You may have endometritis.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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