A member asked:

What is the best solution for recurrent bv? peroxide? iodine? vitamin c? lactic acid? i've tried everything nothing helps. sex seems to be the cause.

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Recurrent BV...: ...is common, difficult, often very frustrating for both patient & doc. BV is not necessarily an STD, but sex often can trigger it and consistent condoms sometimes help. But treating partners doesn't help. Preventive treatment with vaginal metronidazole (MetroGel®) or boric acid vaginal capsules sometimes helps. If your doc is unfamiliar with these, find a gyn with interest in infectious diseases.

Answered 9/7/2015

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