A man should consider treatment if his partner has vaginal odor and itching to help reduce the chances of reinfection and support his partner’s overall vaginal health. While BV is not classified as a sexually transmitted infection (STI), it can be influenced by sexual activity, and male partners can sometimes carry the bacteria that contribute to reoccurring vaginal discharge and odor. Here’s why a man might seek treatment or take preventive steps:

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1️⃣ Reduce Reinfection Risk – Even though men don’t typically show symptoms, they carry the bacteria and pass it back to their partner after treatment.

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2️⃣ Support Partner’s Health – BV can cause discomfort, odor, and complications for a woman. If her partner takes steps to maintain good hygiene and avoid passing

bacteria, it can improve treatment success.

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3️⃣ Prevent Related Infections – In some cases, BV can increase susceptibility to other infections, so both partners maintaining healthy hygiene can be beneficial.

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4️⃣ Protect Overall Reproductive Health – Frequent BV infections can lead to complications like pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), which may impact fertility.

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