What kind of discharge comes with BV?

The main symptom of BV is lots of thin vaginal discharge that has a strong fishy smell. The discharge may be white, dull gray, greenish, and/or foamy. The fishy smell is often more noticeable after vaginal sex.

What does BV discharge look like?

Discharge: The hallmark sign of BV is discharge with a “fishy” smell. Discharge from yeast infections doesn’t usually have a strong smell but may look like cottage cheese.

Is it normal to have discharge during BV treatment?

Does metronidazole (vaginal) cause white clumpy discharge? A common side effect from metronidazole (vaginal) is a thick, white vaginal discharge with or without an odor which usually goes away soon after completing a full course of treatment.

What does gardnerella discharge look like?

Bacterial vaginosis discharge: Thin, gray or green, strong fishy odor. Yeast infection discharge: Thick, odorless, “cottage cheese”-like look and texture.

Is my boyfriend giving me BV?

PSA: BV isn’t an STI Some people have even reported being told that BV is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) by their clinician. But that just isn’t true. Although sex with a new partner may increase your risk for BV due to a change in the balance of vaginal bacteria, it isn’t the cause.

Can BV turn into chlamydia if left untreated?

If BV is untreated, possible problems may include: Higher risk of getting STIs, including HIV. Having BV can raise your risk of getting HIV, genital herpes, chlamydia, pelvic inflammatory disease, and gonorrhea.

Why does my partner keep giving me BV?

Although sex with a new partner may increase your risk for BV due to a change in the balance of vaginal bacteria, it isn’t the cause. However, it’s worth noting that BV can make you more likely to contract an STI, as it reduces your vagina’s acidity levels and lowers natural defenses.