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What is Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)?
Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) is a common vaginal infection resulting from an imbalance in the natural bacterial environment of the vagina. While it’s standard for various bacterial types to inhabit the vaginal area, specific risk factors can upset this delicate balance, leading to BV.
What Causes BV?
Several risk factors may predispose individuals to BV, including:

Symptoms of BV
Those with BV often experience:

How is BV Diagnosed?
A standardized approach to diagnosing BV is through the vaginal Gram stain. A sample is taken during a speculum-assisted pelvic examination by a gynecologist and later interpreted by a laboratory.
Alternatively, Amsel’s Criteria serves as a clinical diagnostic tool. To meet the diagnosis using this method, at least three of the following criteria should be present:

Pelvic Floor Implications for BV Patients
Bacterial Vaginosis, while primarily a bacterial concern, can have secondary repercussions on the pelvic floor health, particularly when it comes to pain, discomfort, and muscular dysfunction.

How Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Helps
Pelvic floor physical therapy offers a range of treatments and exercises to help manage and alleviate the secondary symptoms associated with BV.

In Conclusion
While Bacterial Vaginosis is a bacterial condition, its ripple effect on the pelvic floor is undeniable. Recognizing the signs, seeking appropriate medical care, and understanding the role of physical therapy in managing its secondary implications can significantly improve one’s quality of life and well-being.
If you’re experiencing pelvic floor dysfunctions including bacterial vaginosis, please reach out to us at Pelvic Health Physical Therapy Center in Madison, NJ to set up an evaluation and treatment!
Feel free to call us at 908-443-9880 or email us at 
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