A new study published in the New England Journal of Medicine reveals that treating male partners may significantly reduce the recurrence of bacterial vaginosis (BV) in women. BV is a common vaginal infection affecting approximately one-third of women of reproductive age, characterized by an imbalance of naturally occurring bacterial flora. Researchers, led by Lenka A. Vodstrcil, Ph.D., conducted a randomized controlled trial involving heterosexual couples in monogamous relationships, where the female partner was diagnosed with BV. The trial aimed to determine if additional antimicrobial treatment of male partners could lower recurrence rates. ...
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