Tissue Affected: vulva

Klebsiella granulomatis in urinary tract and vulvovaginal infections

Klebsiella granulomatis causes a condition known as granuloma inguinale, which results in inflammation and scarring of the genitals.

Enterobius vermicularis vaginal, urinary tract and pelvic infection

Pinworms (Enterobius vermicularis) usually infect the intestine, with the eggs highly transmissible, entering via the mouth. Kids are typically the most affected, however anyone can get worms. Vaginal infection isn’t common, but many case reports identify pinworms in the vagina. Read more about pinworms in the vagina and female reproductive tract

Streptococcus anginosus vulvovaginal infections

Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)

Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus is a bacteria typically found living in the mouth, nose, or skin without causing any harm. Some strains of Staph have become antibiotic resistant, and are now classified as ‘superbugs’, with MRSA infections very difficult to treat with regular antibiotic methods. Methicillin is a synthetic form of penicillin used on staphylococci that

Staphylococcus aureus vulvovaginal infections

Staphylococcus aureus, also known as golden staph, is one of the most common skin infections of humans. Vaginal colonisation is a bit less common, but does happen, as part of aerobic vaginitis.

Mycobacterium tuberculosis female genital/reproductive organ infection

Histoplasma capsulatum vulvovaginal infection

Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) Type 2 (Genital Herpes)

Commonly associated with genital herpes, but can appear as coldsores and in other areas.

Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) Type 1 (Cold Sores)

HSV1 is typically associated with mouth cold sores, but it can just as easily inhabit the genitals and cause genital herpes.

Vaccinia virus vulvovaginal infections