Study: men carry BV-associated bacteria on and in their penises
A 2016 study delves into the transmission of bacterial vaginosis (BV)-associated bacteria between heterosexual partners, highlighting the significant role of male genital microbiota and the impact of circumcision on these microbial communities. This research underscores the interconnectedness of sexual partners’ microbiomes and sheds light on potential pathways for BV transmission and prevention.
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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
- New Zealand Vulvovaginal Society (ANZVS)
- Australian Traditional Medicine Society (ATMS)