Episode 9.8 Rethinking Bacterial Vaginosis and More!

In this episode, Antonia and Howard explore the groundbreaking study on treating male partners for bacterial vaginosis, revealing significantly reduced recurrence rates and challenging our traditional understanding of BV pathophysiology.Plus: • Evidence doesn't support treating mild gestational hypertension with antihypertensives• Studies confirm acetaminophen in pregnancy doesn't cause ADHD or autism• New research questions the benefit of routine postpartum thromboprophylaxis• The history of heparin and coumadin00:00:34 Treating Mild Hypertension in Pregnancy00:06:14 Distinguishing Chronic vs. Gestational Hypertension00:15:46 Male Partner Treatment for Recurring BV00:27:09 Understanding Bacterial Vaginosis Pathophysiology00:35:42 Ineffective Treatments and Alternative Approaches00:53:04 Tylenol in Pregnancy: Debunking ADHD Claims00:58:02 Postpartum Thromboprophylaxis: Evidence Against OveruseFollow us on Instagram @thinkingaboutobgyn.