Patient's question:
Does bacterial vaginosis interfere with pregnancy? How should this be treated for the best results?Doctor's answer:
If you suffer from bacterial vaginosis, the pH value of the vagina will be lower than 4.5. The change in the acid-base environment of the vagina will inhibit the motility of sperm. Additionally, pathogenic bacteria absorb sperm. During bacterial vaginosis, the amount of vaginal discharge increases significantly and continuously, containing a high concentration of white blood cells, all of which can hinder sperm survival. This can lead to an increase in sperm count, but since the original sperm count was already low and their motility was poor, it may result in infertility. Furthermore, if the inflammation descends and spreads to the uterine cavity, it can cause conditions such as tubitis and pelvic inflammatory disease, which can also lead to infertility. Of course, if treated actively, it is possible to conceive again.