Bacterial vaginosis videos
Peer reviewed by Dr Colin Tidy, MRCGPAuthored by Victoria RawOriginally published 26 Jun 2025
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Our bacterial vaginosis (BV) video hub provides a curated selection of informational videos that expertly breaks down what BV is, what causes it, how to spot the symptoms, and the best ways to treat and prevent it.
Overview
Bacterial vaginosis is a vaginal condition caused by an imbalance in the natural bacteria that live in the vagina. Common symptoms include watery vaginal discharge, a strong fishy smell, and itching.
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Victoria Raw
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BA (Hons), English Literature
Victoria is a content writer with Patient whose special interests focus on mental wellbeing, societal trends and the impact of technology on our health.
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Dr Colin Tidy, MRCGP
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MBBS, MRCGP, MRCP (Paediatrics), DCH
Dr Colin Tidy is an NHS Doctor, based in Oxfordshire.
Article history
The information on this page is peer reviewed by qualified clinicians.
Article also available in English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, Hindi, Hebrew, Arabic, and Swedish.
Next review due: 26 Jun 2028
26 Jun 2025 | Originally published
Authored by:
Victoria RawPeer reviewed by
Dr Colin Tidy, MRCGP
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