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I am concerned that i might have bv again. i originally had an iud placed in june 2021 but had it removed this month due to a continued cycle of getting infections. i currently have no symptoms except for a fishy odor discharge?

Q: i am concerned that i might have bv again. i originally had an iud placed in june 2021 but had it removed this month due to a continued cycle of getting infections. i currently have no symptoms except for a fishy odor discharge?

: Vaginal discharge with fishy odor is somewhat typical for BV. You can get better without treatment but if symptoms get worse, you should ask your doctor for Rx.

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Vaginal discharge with fishy odor is somewhat typical for BV. You can get better without treatment but if symptoms get worse, you should ask your doctor for Rx.

Answered 1/27/2022

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A member asked:

I am concerned that i might have bv again. i originally had an iud placed in june 2021 but had it removed this month due to a continued cycle of getting infections. i currently have no symptoms except for a fishy odor discharge?

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

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