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Vaginal microbiota
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The vagina is a microecosystem with billions of microorganisms. They protect the female reproductive tract and reduce gynecological infections
Disruption of this ecosystem leads to pathogen overgrowth with complicated Vaginal infections / Vaginitis. Factors like menses, pregnancy, and sexual practices contribute. Uncontrolled antibiotic use and vaginal douching also alter the microbial community
The majority of bacteria in the the female reproductive …
References (Sources)
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- Ecological dynamics of the vaginal microbiome in relation to health and disease
- Modeling the temporal dynamics of cervicovaginal microbiota identifies targets that may promote reproductive health
- Molecular analysis of the diversity of vaginal microbiota associated with bacterial vaginosis
- The vaginal microbiota, human papillomavirus and cervical dysplasia: a systematic review and network meta-analysis
- Towards a deeper understanding of the vaginal microbiota
- Vaginal microbiota and the potential of Lactobacillus derivatives in maintaining vaginal health