Do Bv Cause Abdominal Cramping?

Bacterial vaginosis (BV)
BV is an infection in the vagina. It can cause abdominal pain and an increase in vaginal discharge with an unpleasant smell. During pregnancy, up to 30 percent of women will experience BV.

Can a BV infection cause pelvic pain?

This is an infection of the uterus, fallopian tubes, or ovaries. These are internal organs that you cannot see. PID can: cause chronic pelvic pain (pain in the lower belly area) ▪ cause difficulty getting pregnant later in life ▪ increase the risk of having a pregnancy in the fallopian tubes (ectopic pregnancy).

Do you get bellyache with BV?

Bacterial vaginosis

People can have BV with no symptoms. If symptoms do arise, they may include : itching, pain, or burning inside the vagina. itching around the outside of the vagina.

Marcus Vance

Marcus Vance

Cybersecurity & Digital Privacy Researcher

Marcus Vance is a cybersecurity auditor and technology writer dedicated to educating the public about online safety, data privacy regulations, enterprise security, and emerging cyber threats.