YOUNG-WOMEN Messages for February, 2002: Re: Bacterial Vaginosis fluid question

Re: Bacterial Vaginosis fluid question

From: Maggie (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Thu, 7 Feb 2002 19:46:45 -0600 (CST)

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At Thu, 7 Feb 2002, anonymous@obgyn.net wrote: >
>Hello! I have had BV since mid-December, and at my annual Obgyn exam a
>few weeks ago they found that I had it from the Pap Smear results. I
>was given a prescription, which I will begin using tonight.
>
>>From what I have read it seems that vaginal fluids/discharges increase
>when one has BV, and I was wondering if this increase occurs also during
>intercourse, as my boyfriend loves that I am always "naturally
>lubricated" and wet. (to fill you in, I was a virgin until mid-Dec.,
>which is when I seem to have gotten BV). I guess my concern is that
>once I use this medication, it will dry me up, so to speak, during
>intercourse. And my specific question would be, if when I'm stimulated
>I get a rush of fluids, is this because of the BV or this my body?
>
>I realize that every woman is different and it might not be possible for
>you to answer this question, but any answer would be appreciated.
>
>--
>Lynn
>

Lynn,

You shouls be fine after taking the meds. BV does cause discharge, but you should stilll be naturally lubricated during sex.

Take care,

-- Maggie

--
Maggie Beth Anderson
Medical Student at University of Washington

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