I Have Been On Metrogel To Treat My Bacterial Vaginosis

Posted on Wed, 17 Apr 2019

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Question : I have been on metrogel to treat my bacterial vaginosis for the past five days. My last dose was last night. I am finished with the gel but I am experiencing side effects today. Nausea, dizziness, headache, clumpy white discharge, etc. I am wondering how long these symptoms will last. I also would like to know if it is safe to have sex tomorrow.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rakhi Tayal (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Can be a mixed infection.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
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The symptoms of headache, nausea, and dizziness may take 4-5 days to subside completely. The persistent white clumpy discharge suggests that the infection has not cleared yet. This can be a mixed infection also. You may need oral antibiotics and antifungal agents like Fluconazole to get rid of it.

A vaginal swab culture sensitivity study will help in detecting the infection. It is best to avoid having sex until the infection is completely treated.

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