What are the common symptoms of bacterial vaginosis?

Patient's question:

As a woman, I know that preventing some gynecological diseases is important. I would like to learn about the various symptoms of vaginitis. What are the common symptoms of bacterial vaginosis?

Doctor's answer:

Hello. Clinical diagnosis of vaginitis is primarily characterized by changes in the characteristics of vaginal discharge and symptoms such as itching and burning pain in the external genitalia. It may also be accompanied by pain during masturbation. When the infection affects the urethra, symptoms such as dysuria and urinary urgency may occur.
Hello. Common symptoms of bacterial vaginosis:
1. Approximately 10% to 50% of patients with bacterial vaginosis are asymptomatic. Those with symptoms often report grayish-white vaginal discharge with a fishy odor, along with a sensation of vaginal heat and itching.
2. The discharge is more easily wiped off the vaginal walls, and the vaginal mucosa may appear normal without congestion or redness.

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