• A bacteria that lives in the vagina. It can overgrow and cause symptoms of infection.
• An infection more commonly found in women
• Symptoms may include vaginal discharge and a strong smell.
• You may also have itching or pain around the vagina as well as swelling
• Symptoms may be caused by bacteria spread during sex or it could be due to strong chemicals or soaps
• Bacterial vaginosis is not a sexually transmitted infection

Testing and treatment

• You must see a clinic nurse and doctor. For Clinic Hours Click Here
• Testing and treatment is free at the health unit
• Male partners are not usually treated. If bacterial vaginosis keeps recurring, they may be treated as well.
  

To prevent vaginal infections

• Wear clean, loose-fitting clothes made from natural materials [eg, cotton, linen]
• Avoid tight pants, pantyhose and leggings
• Avoid douches or scented pads and tampons