Z2F GUM Flashcards
1
Q
What does BV increase the risk of
A
Getting other STIs as lose protective lactobacilli
2
Q
What causes BV
A
Loss of friendly bacteria - lactobacilli
Results in an overgrowth of anaerobic bacteria
3
Q
5 key RFs for BV
A
Multiple sexual partners Excessive vaginal cleaning Recent antibiotics Smoking Copper coil
4
Q
Classic BV presentation
A
Fishy smelling discharge
Watery grey/ white
5
Q
Investigations for BV
A
Charcoal vaginal swab for microscopy
Clue cells present
6
Q
Treatment of choice for BV
A
If asymptomatic nothing
Metronidazole if symptoms or co infection
7
Q
Do you treat asymptomatic pregnant women with BV
A
Yes as increased risk of miscarriage
