A bacterial vaginal infection. It is normal for the vagina to have bacteria but when the balance is upset by excessive growth of certain bacteria then vaginosis can result. This is a very common vaginal infection in women with about 15% of pregnant women suffering from it. It can cause no symptoms in some women or unusual discharge, odor, pain, itching and burning in others. ...more »
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