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Oct. 8, 2004 — Contraceptive ring use is well tolerated and may have a beneficial effect on vaginal health, according to the results of a randomized, crossover study published in the September issue of Obstetrics & Gynecology.
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www.medscape.com/viewarticle/490922
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Lactobacilli are the predominant microorganisms in the vaginal flora of human beings, and are known to play an important role in protecting them from genital infections. ... During development of the vaginal flora of chimpanzees, the total number of bacteria increased with age and reached a plateau just before sexual maturity...
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www.medscape.com/medline/abstract/15679270
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The pH is the vagina is normally acidic (pH <4.5). Normal vaginal bacteria (predominantly Lactobacillus) thrive in this acidic environment; whereas, ... Bacterial vaginosis is a condition in which the normal flora of the vagina has been disrupted shifting from the predominance of Lactobacillus species to an overgrowth of...
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microbiology.suite101.com/article.cfm/bacterial_vaginos...
microbiology.suite101.com/article.cfm/bacterial_vaginosis
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The vaginal flora are the bacteria that live inside the vagina. ... Definition: The vaginal flora are the bacteria that live inside the vagina. The normal vaginal flora are dominated by various lactobacillus species, which help to keep the vagina healthy by producing lactic acid, hydrogen peroxide, and other substances...
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std.about.com/od/glossary/g/vagflora.htm
std.about.com/od/glossary/g/vagflora.htm
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CONCLUSIONS: Prevalence of BV and altered vaginal flora is extremely high in HIV + and at risk HIV - women; most are asymptomatic. Sexual transmission of BV is suggested by its markedly increased prevalence in sexually active women (heterosexual, lesbian and bisexual) compared to women who are not sexually active.
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www.aegis.com/conferences/iac/1996/ThB114.html
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BACKGROUND: There is a clear need for vaginal microbicides that will prevent HIV transmission. An important attribute will be the effect of such products on the vaginal flora.
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www.aegis.com/conferences/croi/2005/536.html
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The vaginal flora ... In the vagina (as well as e.g. in the mouth and the bowels) a great many micro-organisms are living in balance with each other and their hostess. This is called the "vaginal flora". It is important to know that the vagina usually has an acidic environment (a low pH).
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www.biofem.co.uk/vagina.cfm
www.biofem.co.uk/vagina.cfm
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OBJECTIVE: To observe the composition of the vaginal flora of healthy women over time, and in relation to hormonal changes, sexual activity, and hygiene habits. DESIGN: A longitudinal surveillance of the vaginal flora over an eight week period.
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sti.bmj.com/cgi/content/abstract/73/1/23
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The composition of vaginal flora changes with age, stress, hormonal influence, general health status, and sexual activit ... The composition of vaginal flora changes with age, stress, hormonal influence, general health status, and sexual activity. Vaginitis is a diagnosis based on the presence of symptoms of abnormal...
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www.emedicine.com/emerg/topic631.htm
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