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Ive been on bv antibiotics for about 4 days now and im still itchy as well as redness on one side of my inner labia. im scared its not working?

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Dr. Ira Friedlander answered

Specializes in Cardiac Electrophysiology

It may not be: working or an incorrect diagnosis was made to begin with and therefore the treatment is not correct. If things haven't improved in a week go back to your health care provider for a reevaluation.

Answered 11/12/2018

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