Why Using Tampons During BV Infection May Make Symptoms Worse
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Why Using Tampons During BV Infection May Make Symptoms Worse

ByGwenna Aazee

Let’s be real—dealing with bacterial vaginosis (BV) isn’t just physically annoying, it’s mentally exhausting. I remember standing in a drugstore aisle, overwhelmed, trying to decide whether to grab tampons or pads, not knowing if using tampons would make things worse. That uncomfortable gray area—between wanting to stay fresh and not wanting to mess with an…

How Bacterial Vaginosis Postpartum Catches New Moms Off Guard And What To Do About It
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How BV Disrupts Cervical Mucus and Impacts Your Cycle

ByGwenna Aazee

There was a time when I completely overlooked how important cervical mucus really is. I mean, sure—I’d heard about it in health class and maybe skimmed a fertility blog or two, but it wasn’t until I dealt with recurring bacterial vaginosis (BV) that I realized how critical it is to understand the relationship between BV…