
02/12/2021
BACTERIAL VAGINOSIS
Bacterial vaginosis (BV) happens when there’s an overgrowth of bacteria in your va**na. Your va**na naturally contains bacteria, but sometimes harmful bacteria can overpower beneficial bacteria, resulting in BV.
symptoms of BV is grey discharge. The unusual color is due to a collection of bacteria, white blood cells, and cellular waste products.
Other symptoms of BV include:
a burning sensation when urinating
unusual discharge
foamy or watery discharge
va**nal itching
Keep in mind that BV symptoms can appear very similar to those of a yeast infection. However, the discharge caused by a yeast infection tends to be lumpy and white.
*OTHER CAUSES*
Trichomoniasis
Trichomoniasis is an STI caused by the parasite Trichomonas va**nalis. One of its most noticeable symptoms is unusually colored discharge.
In some cases it appears grey, but it can also have more of a yellow or green tint.
Other symptoms of trichomoniasis include:
a burning sensation in the va**nal area
irritation
pain when urinating
redness
vulvar swelling
Trichomoniasis usually responds well to a single dose of antibiotics.
You can transmit the infection to sexual partners, so it’s important to get tested as soon as you notice symptoms.
Chlamydia
Chlamydia is an STI that can cause green or grey va**nal discharge, though it doesn’t always cause symptoms.
When symptoms occur, they can include:
painful urination
re**al bleeding or unusual discharge
unexplained va**nal bleeding
Chlamydia requires antibiotic treatment. And as with trichomoniasis, be sure to tell any recent sexual partners about your diagnosis so they can get tested.
Gonorrhea
Gonorrhea is an STI that often doesn’t cause symptoms, making it particularly easy to unknowingly transmit to a partner. But some people might notice yellow-green discharge that appears grey to some.
Additional symptoms can include:
frequent urination
painful urination
re**al bleeding
va**nal bleeding
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