"We’ve suspected for a long time that it’s a sexually transmitted infection (STI)," one of the researchers said.

Bacterial vaginosis, which affects nearly 1 in 3 women, should be considered a sexually transmitted disease, according to a new study.

Ahead of Women’s Day, let’s talk about vaginal health. According to a new study, Bacterial vaginosis, a common yet potentially serious vaginal infection that affects nearly one in three women worldwide may be a sexually transmitted infection (STI).

BV is a common cause of unusual vaginal discharge that has a strong fishy smell. The colour and consistency may change too, such as becoming greyish-white as well as thin and watery. Half of women with bacterial vaginosis do not have any symptoms though.