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I was diagnosed with bv friday my doc treated me with metronidazole gel for five days before bed time yesterday was my first dose i still am concerne?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Finish treatment: You will need to complete the entire course of medication before BV will be treated

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 2/25/2018

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