Probiotics for preventing recurrent bacterial vaginosis
Lauren Webb
Abstract
ABSTRACT: Multiple studies have shown that oral or vaginal probiotics can effectively treat and prevent recurrent bacterial vaginosis. The dose, route, and treatment protocols vary greatly between studies, but many have shown a statistically significant reduction in the rate of recurrence of bacterial vaginosis. Further research is needed to determine the adequate dose, specific probiotic, optimal duration, and route of administration, with or without antibiotics.
Topics & Concepts
Bacterial vaginosisMedicineProbioticAntibioticsVaginitisInternal medicineMicrobiologyGynecologyBiologyBacteriaGeneticsReproductive tract infections researchUrinary Tract Infections ManagementGut microbiota and health