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If i have bacterial vaginosis can i have a higher risk of getting hiv ?
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Yes..: And also all other STDs.
Answered 7/31/2015
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Perhaps slightly: Any infection in your genital tract can increase the likelihood of transmission and HIV infection. However bacterial vaginosis is mostly an overgrowth of certain bacteria and may not inflame the vaginal mucosa.
Answered 7/31/2015
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