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Bacterial Vaginosis
D efinition —Infection marked by a shift in the vaginal flora. Caused by a decrease in the normal lactobacilli and an increase in numerous other organisms ( Gardnerella vaginalis , Mobiluncus , Mycoplasma hominis , Prevotella , Porphyromonas , Bacteroides , and Peptostreptococcus ).
Clinical Features
Epidemiology
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Most commonly present in young, sexually active women; however, it can be seen across a wide age group.
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