Bacteria of the genus Lactobacillus are frequent in the normal vaginal flora. These bacteria have a protective effect against infection by other pathogenic microorganisms, as they produce lactic acid. This compound reduces the pH of the vagina, creating a hostile environment that prevents the growth of pathogenic microorganisms.
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By Jessica García Cataño M.D., M.Sc. (gynecologist), Rebeca Reus BSc, MSc (embryologist), Silvia Azaña Gutiérrez B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist) and Cristina Algarra Goosman B.Sc., M.Sc. (psychologist).
Last Update: 01/17/2022
