what is bacterial vaginosis and how is it treated
Question: How is Bacterial Vaginosis Treated? Answer: Bacterial vaginosis treatment is usually with one of several antibiotics / antifungals. Multiple treatments may be necessary. Bacterial vaginosis is usually treated topically. In other words, creams or gels are applied to the vagina. However, BV can also be treated using oral medications. Follow-up is not necessary if symptoms go away with treatment. However, people with BV often relapse after treatment.
A vaginal pH of 4.5 or higher is a sign of bacterial vaginosis. Treatment To treat bacterial vaginosis, your doctor may prescribe one of the following medications: Metronidazole (Flagyl, Metrogel-Vaginal, others). This medicine may be taken as a pill by mouth (orally).