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BV is not a [[sexually transmitted disease]] ([[STD]]). Although it is less common in women who have never had sex, there is evidence that it could be linked to having a new sex partner or multiple sex partners. Also, [[douching]] appears to increase the risk of developing BV. | |||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
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Risk Factors
Common Risk Factors
BV is not a sexually transmitted disease (STD). Although it is less common in women who have never had sex, there is evidence that it could be linked to having a new sex partner or multiple sex partners. Also, douching appears to increase the risk of developing BV.