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BV vs. yeast infection: how can I tell the difference?

BV vs. yeast infection: how can I tell the difference?

2 days ago
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Written by Brittany Thompson

BV usually causes a thin gray/white discharge with a strong fishy odor and a vaginal pH above 4.5, with little or no itch. Yeast infections often cause intense vulvar itch, redness, and thick “cottage-cheese” discharge, with normal pH (≤4.5). Testing and diagnosis come from a clinician; skip douching.

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What does “balanced flora” mean, and how do I support it?

What does “balanced flora” mean, and how do I support it?

2 days ago
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Written by Brittany Thompson
Balanced vaginal flora means Lactobacillus bacteria dominate and keep pH around 3.8–4.5. That swe...
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