Episode 197: Male partner treatment to prevent recurrent BV

Sky Women's Health

In this episode, Dr. Carolyn Moyers dives into groundbreaking research published in The New England Journal of Medicine (March 6, 2025), shedding new light on bacterial vaginosis (BV) management. A randomized controlled trial from Australia, involving 164 couples, found that treating male partners significantly reduced BV recurrence rates by half over 12 weeks.

This study challenges conventional treatment approaches and suggests BV may function more like a sexually transmitted infection (STI) than previously thought. Dr. Moyers discusses the implications for clinical practice, the ongoing challenges in managing persistent and recurrent BV, and the broader health risks associated with bacterial vaginosis.

💡 What This Means for You:
If you’ve struggled with recurrent BV, this study offers hope for new treatment strategies. Talk to your provider about the latest research and whether partner treatment could be an option for you.

📚 Resources & Links:

• New England Journal of Medicine Study (March 6, 2025)
• Sky Women’s Health Podcast - Episode 151 - Vaginal itch - BV be gone

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