Bacterial vaginosis is the commonest cause of abnormal discharge in women of childbearing age. A prevalence of 31.2% was found among women in Delhi according to a community-based study. The highest prevalence was seen in urban slums (38.6%) followed by rural (28.8%) and urban middle-class community (25.4%). This guideline published by the British Association for Sexual Health and HIV in 2012 offers a recommendation on diagnosis, treatment regimens, and health promotion principles needed for the effective management of bacterial vaginosis (BV) covering the management of the initial presentation, and recurrence.
Management guidelines have been summarised as follows: 1. General advice: Patients should be advised to avoid vaginal douching, use of shower gel and use of antiseptic agents or shampoo in the bath. The patient should be explained of what treatment is being given, how to take it…
