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Bacterial Vaginitis Risk Factors
Risk factors for bacterial vaginitis include:
- Diabetes
- Any condition that weakens the immune system, such as:
- Organ transplant
- Chemotherapy
- AIDS
- Intrauterine device
- Multiple sexual partners
- Treatment with antibiotics
- Unprotected sex
- Birth control pills
- Vaginal cuts or abrasions
- Pregnancy
- Vaginal antibiotic creams or ointments
- Women who douche frequently
- Smoking
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Last Updated: Dec 1, 2010 References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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