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Is Tonsillitis Contagious? Bacterial vs Viral, How Long, and Prevention

August 19, 2025August 19, 2025 by askmicro
Viral vs bacterial tonsillitis illustration showing droplet spread and throat infections

You wake up with a painfully sore throat and notice your tonsils are swollen. A question immediately comes to mind … Read more

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Sex, pH, and the Microbiome: Why BV Symptoms Flare

August 19, 2025August 19, 2025 by askmicro
Hyper‑realistic medical illustration of a woman’s reproductive system highlighting vaginal pH balance with acidity and alkalinity scale, and beneficial vs harmful bacteria.

Ever notice that your bacterial vaginosis symptoms seem to get worse after sex or during certain times of your cycle? … Read more

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Does BV Cause Bleeding? What Studies Say + When to Seek Care

August 19, 2025August 19, 2025 by askmicro
Hyper-realistic cutaway illustration of a cervix and vaginal lining showing healthy lactobacilli versus pathogenic bacteria with tiny blood droplets.

If you’ve ever searched online about bacterial vaginosis (BV) and bleeding, you probably found conflicting answers. Many sources insist that … Read more

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BV and Spotting: How Common Is It?

August 20, 2025August 19, 2025 by askmicro

If you’ve been diagnosed with bacterial vaginosis (BV) and then notice a little bit of spotting, it’s natural to wonder … Read more

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BV & Bleeding: Causes, Mechanisms, and Red-Flag Symptoms

August 22, 2025August 19, 2025 by askmicro
Hyper-realistic macro view of red blood cells and bacteria in inflamed tissue, illustrating how bacterial vaginosis can contribute to light bleeding

It’s one thing to deal with the unpleasant odor and discharge of bacterial vaginosis (BV). But seeing blood on top … Read more

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Can BV Cause Bleeding or Spotting? What’s Normal and When to See a Doctor

August 19, 2025 by askmicro

You might be familiar with the telltale signs of bacterial vaginosis (BV): the fishy odor and the annoying discharge that … Read more

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What Is a Bacterial Strain? (With Everyday Examples)

August 19, 2025 by askmicro

You’ve likely heard news about a “new strain of bacteria” causing an outbreak or read on a yogurt label that … Read more

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DNA vs. RNA in Microbes: Structures, Functions, and Lab Detection

August 19, 2025 by askmicro

When you think about the microscopic life teeming around us, you might picture bacteria lurking on a kitchen counter or … Read more

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Salmonella Survival & How to Kill It: Home, Restaurant & Lab Settings

August 19, 2025 by askmicro

You’ve just finished preparing a meal with raw chicken. The cutting board is washed, the counter looks clean, and dinner … Read more

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What Are Nitrogen-Fixing Bacteria? Understanding Nature’s Fertilizer Factories

August 19, 2025 by askmicro
Plant root with nodules and nitrogen-fixing bacteria

Our world’s soil teems with unseen partners that quietly nourish plants without any help from fertilizers. In back yards and … Read more

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