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I'm taking metronidazole currently to treat bv. i have a 7 day prescription, it is the 5th day. i have now started my menses a week early. should i be worried?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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Delayed period: Neither Bacterial vaginosis nor metronidazole should cause delays in one's period. However it could be delayed due weight gain or loss, alcohol use, eating disorders, marked emotional stress, over-exericse, etc. I would not be worried if this corrects by next period. Not pregnant?

Answered 9/13/2020

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A member asked:

I'm taking metronidazole currently to treat bv. i have a 7 day prescription, it is the 5th day. i have now started my menses a week early. should i be worried?

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