Communities of microbiota have been associated with numerous health outcomes, and
while much emphasis has been placed on the gastrointestinal niche, there is growing …

Lactic acid and short chain fatty acids (SCFAs) produced by vaginal microbiota have
reported antimicrobial and immune modulatory activities indicating their potential as …

Since the type of herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection affects prognosis and subsequent
counseling, type-specific testing to distinguish HSV-1 from HSV-2 is always recommended …

The female reproductive tract harbours hundreds of bacterial species and produces
numerous metabolites. The uterine cervix is located between the upper and lower parts of …

Background Colonization of the female lower genital tract with Lactobacillus provides
protection against STIs and adverse pregnancy outcomes. Growth of genital Lactobacillus is …

Mechanisms for the control and resolution of human papillomavirus (HPV) infection of the
cervix include the local production of cytokines, which control recruitment and function of …

Objective: Hormonal contraception (HC), younger age, and pregnancy have been
associated with increased HIV risk in some studies. We sought to elucidate the biological …

Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is characterized by a reduction in Lactobacillus (L.) spp. abundance
and increased abundance of facultative anaerobes, such as Gardnerella spp. BV aetiology …

Microbial communities inhabiting the human body play a crucial role in protecting the host
against pathogens and inflammation. Disruptions to the microbial composition can lead to …

Abstract Knowledge regarding the role of the cervix in fertility has expanded considerably
over the past 20 years and in this article, we propose that it is now time for its function to be …