No, it isn't an std. It's an infection very much like thrush which can occur. It's an overgrowth of naturally occuring bacteria, although it's more common in sexually active women. I had this after I had my ius fitted.

I understand that some sources refer to it as an std but it isn't - if it were then both partners would need to be treated for the condition and, as you've said, it would be passed through sexual contact - that's untrue. I spoke alot to my doctor and the practice nurse about this as I was worried (having never even had thrush before) but it was impossible for me to have an std (checked before the insertion of my ius and also in a monogamous relationship who i've had checked lol).

In the most literal sense a sexually transmitted disease is precicely that - passed on through sexual contact and bv isn't.

Hope this helps (and hope the anibiotics aren't to bad)

Thanks for your clarification. I'm glad it's not a std.

I am handling the antibiotics ok. I am flushed a little but also it's hot and our air conditioner is on the fritz lol--so is it the medication or the heat? I say the heat. I feel disoriented and it's hard to concentrate but this happens at this time of day normally for me. My appetite has lessened a bit but not much. My headache was there before I took the antibiotic. But I am avoiding alcohol in every form, even mouthwash and toothpaste like my pcp/gyn instructed me.

Have a nice day! I think i'll nap in a few. :)