What’s the difference between bacterial vaginosis and a yeast infection, and how are they diagnosed in Europe?

Bacterial vaginosis (BV) vs yeast infection explained: vaginal discharge changes, odour, itching, testing methods, and treatment criteria.

In this episode, we clarify how BV and vaginal candidiasis differ clinically and why accurate diagnosis is important before treatment is prescribed.

You’ll learn:

• What causes bacterial vaginosis (imbalance of vaginal bacteria)

• What causes yeast infection (Candida overgrowth)

• Typical BV symptoms: thin grey discharge, fishy odour

• Typical yeast infection symptoms: thick white discharge, itching, irritation

• Why BV is treated with antibiotics and yeast infections with antifungals

• When vaginal swabs or pH testing m ...