Questions
Do you agree to see your doctor if:
Your symptoms worsten, or they do not get better after treatment. You are pregnant. You suspect you may have an STI. You experience the following signs of pelvic inflammtory disease: pain around the pelvis or lower abdomen. discomfort or pain during sex felt deep inside the pelvis. bleeding between periods and after sex.
Do either of the following apply:
You have had UNPROTECTED sex with a NEW PARTNER in the last 2 months. You currently have an STI. If ‘Yes’, please provide details.
Do you have an IUD (intrauterine device) fitted?
An IUD is used for contraception.
Have you suffered from more than four cases of BV in the last 12 months?
If ‘Yes’ – Have you seen your GP for a vaginal swab to investigate the cause of your repeated infections?
Which of the following symptoms are you experiencing?
Unpleasant fishy odour Thin liquid discharge Thick lumpy discharge Fever (temp above 38 C) Pain on urination Flu-like symptoms
How do you know that you have bacterial vaginosis?
Please provide as much information as possible.