Lactobacillus crispatus LV5 and Improved Symptoms of Bacterial Vaginosis

• Impact of Lactobacillus crispatus-containing oral and vaginal probiotics on vaginal health: a randomised double-blind placebo controlled clinical trial.

  • 2023-04-14
  • RCT · n = 182
  • Beneficial Microbes 14(2)
  • • R. Mändar
    • G. Sõerunurk
    • J. Štšepetova
    • I. Smidt
    • T. Rööp
    • S. Kõljalg
    • M. Saare
    • K. Ausmees
    • D. D. Le
    • M. Jaagura
    • S. Piiskop
    • H. Tamm
    • A. Salumets

  • PubMed: 36856121
  • DOI: 10.3920/BM2022.0091

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  • Improved Symptoms of Bacterial Vaginosis

  • High evidence

  The study revealed that both oral and vaginal capsules reduced the signs and symptoms in BV patients. Remarkable improvement was noted in Nugent score, amount and smell of discharge, but also in itching/irritation.

  • Beneficial
  • Large effect