Bacterial Vaginosis is a vaginal infection that occurs when there is a change in the balance of the vaginal flora with vaginal
discharge, which may or may not have a characteristic smell, a decrease in vaginal pH, and it is one of the most common
public health problems in Sub-Saharan African countries in women in reproductive age. Premature birth, underweight
newborns and increased risk of HIV infection are some of its consequences. In Sub-Saharan countries like Mozambique,
the real prevalence of this infection is almost unknown.
Thus, this study was developed with the aim of analyzing the prevalence of bacterial vaginosis in pregnant women receiving
care in the Maxixe City Health Centre (CSM) and identifying the risk factors associated with it. 253 samples of pregnant
women attending prenatal external consultations at CSM were used in this study. Samples of vaginal exudate were obtained,
stained by the Gram method and observed microscopically using the Nugent method to identify the bacterial vaginosis.
The prevalence of bacterial vaginosis was 12, 3%, and the highest prevalence was recorded in the age group of 15-24. In this
population, the inconsistent use of condom in sexual intercourse and multiple partners may be the risk factors in acquiring
this infection. Therefore, it is concluded that the knowledge of etiology, correct diagnosis and appropriate treatment of
bacterial vaginosis may contribute to a more comprehensive prenatal examination, aiming to reduce the rates of bacterial
vaginosis and its consequences in pregnancy