Lab Notes: 1 in 3 women get this infection. To cure it, treat men
Podcast: The Science ShowPublished On: Tue Mar 11 2025
Description: For women who get bacterial vaginosis or BV, a common condition that can cause a fishy-smelling discharge, many will get it again (and again).Why some people were prone to recurrent BV was a mystery … until now. Australian researchers have shown that BV-related bugs can be sexually transmitted, and treating male partners significantly cuts recurrence rates.
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