Most common cause of vaginitis in women who are sexually active. Caused by an overgrowth of one or more kinds of bacteria, including Gardnerella. Symptoms
Females:
"Fishy" smell. Thin gray or yellow discharge, itching, burning sensation.
Half of all women don't have any symptoms.
Males:
May also have no symptoms.
Rarely have any symptoms. Diagnosis Laboratory tests of specimens from infected area.
Chemical test or culture. Possible Problems Low birth weight or premature birth, if woman is pregnant. Transmission Sexual contact with an infected person. May also be found in women who are sexually active, so this is not strictly an STD. Treatment Special prescription antibiotics for all partners or reinfection will occur. Prevention Abstinence.
Mutual monogamy with uninfected partner.
Correct and consistent use of latex condoms. Go Back to: Sexually Transmitted Diseases |
