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A member asked:

Recently had bacterial vaginosis and a yeast infection. still think i have bv- treated with metronidazole + fluconazole, discharge white. thoughts?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Needs restest : When people have both BV and yeast it can be hard to get rid of both. Often one comes back. These cases are tricky and will require retesting to make sure the right infection is being retreated.

Dr Hick agreed

Answered 1/30/2015

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