Prevotella spp. in the vagina

Prevotella species are a group of bacteria that live in the mouth and vagina, and can cause infections, particularly in the gums, lungs, sinuses and ears, and wounds.

Prevotella species associated with vulvovaginal or urogenital infections include:

Prevotella amnii
Prevotella bivia
Prevotella buccalis
Prevotella corporis
Prevotella disiens
Prevotella intermedia

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)

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