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If a guy had intercourse with someone who has bv, what will happen to him?

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Dr. Gregory Hines answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Nothing: Bacterial vaginosis is an overgrowth of the normal bacteria that live in the vagina. It would not have any effect on a male.

Dr Hadied and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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