Other names |
Anaerobic vaginosis, Gardnerella
vaginitis bacterial vaginosis. |
Cause |
Bacteria - Anaerobic bacteria and/or
Gardnerella vaginalis. |
Transmission |
Probably sexual. |
Distribution |
Worldwide. |
Incubation |
Uncertain. |
Symptoms |
- Grey or yellow discharge associated
with a fishy smell, especially after sex.
- Mild itching of burning.
- No symptoms.
|
Diagnosis |
- Microscopic examination of secretions.
- Amine (sniff) test.
|
Treatment |
Antibiotics such as metronidazole
and ampicillin by mouth. |
Complications |
Undetermined. |
Comments |
The main characteristic of the dischargeis
its fishy smell which at times be off-putting and embarrassing.
Males rarely develop symptoms and are normally only treated
if the female sex partner continue to suffer from recurrent
attacks. |