Recurrent bacterial vaginosis

Nursing. 2021 Mar 1;51(3):48-52. doi: 10.1097/01.NURSE.0000724356.86273.e7.

Abstract

Bacterial vaginosis increases the risk of sexually transmitted infections, including HIV, and treatment is crucial to avoid complications. This article reviews the evidence-based options for treating bacterial vaginosis to improve patient outcomes.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Female
  • HIV Infections / epidemiology
  • Humans
  • Patient Education as Topic
  • Recurrence
  • Risk Factors
  • Sexually Transmitted Diseases / epidemiology
  • Vaginosis, Bacterial / complications
  • Vaginosis, Bacterial / nursing*
  • Vaginosis, Bacterial / physiopathology