Eggerthella hongkongensis is a commensal bacteria found commonly in the human digestive tract, however recently this species of Eggerthella has been found to be responsible for severe infections. There is currently no reports of Eggerthella hongkongensis in vulvovaginal or urinary tract infections, however it may be part of a group of emerging pathogens.
Eggerthella hongkongensis vulvovaginal and urinary tract 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)