Previously known as Odontomyces viscosus, actinomyces viscosus may cause pelvic infections in humans. A. viscosus typically resides in the mouth, contributing to dental caries, but may be part of bacterial vaginosis or cervicitis.
Actinomyces viscosus vulvovaginal and pelvic infections
Jessica Lloyd
Jessica is a degree-qualified naturopath (BHSc) specialising in vulvovaginal health and disease, based in Melbourne, Australia.
Jessica is the owner and lead naturopath of My Vagina, and is a member of the:
- International Society for the Study of Vulvovaginal Disease (ISSVD)
- International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health (ISSWSH)
- National Vulvodynia Association (NVA) Australia
- Australian and New Zealand Vulvovaginal Society (ANZVS)
- Australian Traditional Medicine Society (ATMS)