Bacterial Vaginosis

Researchers from Alfred Hospital report details of new studies and findings in the area of bacterial vaginosis

Published in Women's Health Weekly, December 24th, 2009

According to a study from Carlton, Australia, "We have undertaken a cross-sectional study that investigates the association between bacterial vaginosis (BV) and sexual practices in sexually experienced and inexperienced women. were 17-21-year-old females who attend Melbourne University, Australia."

"kits that contained an information and consent form, questionnaire, swab, and slide were distributed. Information regarding demographic characteristics and a broad range of sexual practices were collected. Gram-stained, self-collected vaginal smears were scored with the Nugent method. Associations between BV and behaviors were examined by univariate and multivariate...

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Source: Women's Health Weekly (2009-12-24)

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