Can bacterial vaginosis go away on its own? What happens if left untreated?

Yes, bacterial vaginosis is usually mild and may go away on its own. However, because BV is caused by a bacterial infection, in some cases, it would be best to chat with a healthcare practitioner, like the ones at Felix.

A bacterial vaginosis home test can help identify the presence of this bacteria, before it has a chance to grow and spread to the point of impacting your comfort. Getting a BV test can be a way to quickly help your healthcare team with your bacterial vaginosis diagnosis process.