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Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is a prevalent vaginal infection resulting from an imbalance in naturally occurring bacteria. This imbalance leads to a reduction in lactobacilli and an overgrowth of anaerobic bacteria. Common symptoms include a fishy odor, thin grayish-white discharge, and vaginal discomfort, though some cases may be asymptomatic.
The primary categories of bacterial vaginosis include point-of-care testing, laboratory testing, and others. Point-of-care testing (POCT) involves medical diagnostic tests conducted at or near the patient's location, delivering rapid results for immediate clinical decision-making. Various product categories include those designed for individuals under 15 years, those aged 15-45 years, and others. Applications consist of antibiotics and alternative treatments, utilized by different end users such as hospitals, home care settings, specialty clinics, and others.
Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.
The sharp rise in U.S. tariffs and the resulting trade tensions in spring 2025 are having a significant impact on the healthcare sector, especially in the supply of essential medical devices, diagnostic equipment, and pharmaceuticals. Hospitals and healthcare providers are grappling with higher costs for imported surgical tools, imaging systems, and consumables like syringes and catheters, many of which have limited domestic substitutes. These escalating expenses are putting pressure on healthcare budgets, prompting some providers to delay equipment upgrades or pass increased costs on to patients. Furthermore, tariffs on raw materials and components are disrupting the manufacturing of vital drugs and devices, leading to supply chain delays. In response, the industry is adopting diversified sourcing strategies, expanding local production where feasible, and pushing for tariff exemptions on critical medical products.
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The bacterial vaginosis market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $3.03 billion in 2024 to $3.31 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increase adoption of point-of-care diagnostics, growth of e-commerce, increase in risky sexual behaviors, rise in STI vaccination, and increase in healthcare access.
The bacterial vaginosis market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $4.71 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing prevalence of bacterial vaginosis, rising demand for functional foods, increasing incidence of STIs, increasing prevalence of women's health conditions, and rising awareness of menopause. Major trends in the forecast period include integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in diagnostics, adoption of probiotics, advancements in home-based STI testing, and adoption of sustainable materials in women's health devices.
The forecast of 9.2% growth over the next five years reflects a slight reduction of 0.2% from the previous projection. This reduction is primarily due to the impact of tariffs between the US and other countries. Tariff escalations are likely to burden U.S. women's health by driving up the cost of clindamycin vaginal creams and pH balance diagnostics sourced from Ireland and the Netherlands, exacerbating gynecological care costs and limiting treatment options. The effect will also be felt more widely due to reciprocal tariffs and the negative effect on the global economy and trade due to increased trade tensions and restrictions.
The rising incidence of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) is expected to drive the growth of the bacterial vaginosis market. STIs are infections primarily transmitted through sexual contact and can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or parasites. Several factors contribute to the increasing prevalence of STIs, including unprotected sex, multiple partners, lack of awareness, and antibiotic resistance. Bacterial vaginosis increases vulnerability to STIs by disrupting the vaginal bacterial balance, making it easier for infections such as HIV and chlamydia to take hold. For example, in March 2024, the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC), a Sweden-based government agency, reported a significant rise in STI cases in 2022 compared to the previous year, with gonorrhea increasing by 48%, syphilis by 34%, and chlamydia by 16%. As a result, the growing incidence of STIs is fueling the expansion of the bacterial vaginosis market.
Leading companies in the bacterial vaginosis market are developing innovative solutions such as multiplexed polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests to accelerate diagnosis and treatment. A multiplexed PCR test enables the simultaneous amplification and detection of multiple target DNA or RNA sequences within a single experiment. For instance, in November 2022, Cepheid, a US-based biotechnology research company, launched the Xpert Xpress Multiplex Vaginal Panel (MVP). This test delivers rapid results in under 60 minutes and detects three vaginal infections bacterial vaginosis (BV), vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC), and trichomoniasis (TV) from a single sample. Designed for both clinician-collected and self-collected swabs, the test utilizes automated real-time PCR technology to improve diagnostic accuracy and treatment outcomes. Its versatility allows for use in various clinical settings, ensuring efficient and precise detection of vaginal infections.
In July 2024, Evofem Biosciences, a US-based biopharmaceutical company, acquired the US commercial women's health specialty business from Lupin Limited for $84 million. This acquisition is intended to expand Evofem Biosciences' portfolio in women's health by adding an FDA-approved treatment for bacterial vaginosis and trichomoniasis. Lupin Limited, an India-based pharmaceutical company, specializes in the development and distribution of a wide range of healthcare products, including women's health specialty treatments.
Major players in the bacterial vaginosis market are Pfizer Inc., Merck & Co. Inc., Merck KGaA, Bayer AG, Sanofi SA, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Becton Dickinson, Viatris Inc., Otsuka Pharmaceutical, LabCorp, Quest Diagnostics, Organon & Co., UT Southwestern Medical Center, Hologic Inc., bioMerieux SA, Shionogi & Company Limited, Melinta Therapeutics Inc., Evofem Biosciences, Gedea Biotech, Fleurstat, and Medical Diagnostic Laboratories.
North America was the largest region in the bacterial vaginosis market in 2024. The regions covered in bacterial vaginosis report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.
The countries covered in the bacterial vaginosis market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The bacterial vaginosis market includes revenues earned by entities by providing services such as wet mount microscopy, pH testing, and dietary recommendations. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The bacterial vaginosis (BV) market consists of sales of oral and topical antibiotics, probiotics, pH balancers, gels, and creams. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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