Sneathia sanguinegens (formerly Leptotrichia sanguinegens)

Sneathi sanguinegens contribute to bacterial vaginosis and preterm birth and may contribute to urethritis in men who do not have any other diagnosis.

Formerly Leptotrichia sanguinegens. 

References​1​

  1. 1.
    Theis KR, Florova V, Romero R, et al. Sneathia: an emerging pathogen in female reproductive disease and adverse perinatal outcomes. Critical Reviews in Microbiology. Published online April 6, 2021:517-542. doi:10.1080/1040841x.2021.1905606
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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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