Women disorders

Candidiasis, bacterial vaginosis, cystitis... These infections can seriously affect the intimate health of women... and men too! The aim of this page is to provide you with essential information on the role of the microbiota in these pathologies. The knowledge shared here is designed to support women at every stage of their lives, from birth to menopause, and covers topics such as menstruation and pregnancy.

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Created 31 May 2021

Updated 29 July 2025

Vaginal yeast infections: is the vaginal microbiota involved?

10% - 30% of women contract yeast infections following antibiotic treatment

Bacterial vaginosis: the disorder is hit and miss: it can go completely unnoticed or significantly alter a woman’s life.

How to avoid bacterial vaginosis?

Cystitis: an intestinal origin?

Women are affected much more than men.

Endometriosis and microbiota: is there a link?

What are the early signs?

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Microbiome Flora