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<p>Despite its importance in health, the female intimate skin microbiome remains understudied. In this Isala study we explored microbial dispersal across intimate body sites, including the vagina, groins, breast and mouth. Microbial similarity correlated with physical proximity, suggesting dispersal influenced by hygiene or sexual activity. Notably, lactobacilli were unexpectedly abundant on breast skin. These findings highlight the need for research into microbiome dynamics and their implications for women’s health.</p>

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The female intimate microbiome space

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  • 发表日期：

    2025年10月1日

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  • Leonore Vander Donck,
  • Thies Gehrmann,
  • Sarah Ahannach,
  • Sarah Van den Bosch,
  • Margo Hiel,
  • Lize Delanghe,
  • Camille Nina Allonsius,
  • Eline Cauwenberghs,
  • Irina Spacova,
  • Eline Oerlemans,
  • Stijn Wittouck,
  • Ilke De Boeck,
  • Gilbert Donders,
  • Veronique Verhoeven,
  • Sarah Lebeer

摘要

Despite its importance in health, the female intimate skin microbiome remains understudied. In this Isala study we explored microbial dispersal across intimate body sites, including the vagina, groins, breast and mouth. Microbial similarity correlated with physical proximity, suggesting dispersal influenced by hygiene or sexual activity. Notably, lactobacilli were unexpectedly abundant on breast skin. These findings highlight the need for research into microbiome dynamics and their implications for women’s health.