Stellmaker, Michael2010-10-292010-10-292010-10-29https://hdl.handle.net/11299/95875The information provided in this handout does not necessarily reflect the views of the University of Minnesota Medical School physicians and faculty. These materials are provided for informational purposes only and are in no way intended to take the place of the advice and recommendations of your personal health care provider. You use the information provided in these handouts at your own risk.Bacterial vaginosis is a very common disease that has a high rate of recurrence. It is associated with an increased risk of pelvic inflammatory disease, complications of pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections, HIV, and relationship problems. Metronidazole is the standard treatment for bacterial vaginosis, and is effective at alleviating symptoms, but not recurrence. Suppressive treatment exists to prolong the time to recurrence of infection. However, once suppressive therapy is stopped, recurrence is as common as in control groups. Further studies are needed to evaluate the efficacy of probiotics and other proposed treatments.en-USBacterial vaginosisGardnerella vaginalisMetronidazoleClindamycinRecurrent infectionOther