A review highlighted in Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology emphasizes the significance of analyzing the vaginal microbiome to enhance diagnostic testing for various women's health issues, including bacterial vaginosis, sexually transmitted infections, and gynecological cancers. The typically Lactobacillus-dominated microbiome plays a protective role, and its disruption can lead to significant health concerns. Current diagnostic methods are often subjective, but microbiome profiling could improve early detection and outcomes in fertility and cancer care. The authors advocate for standardized protocols to facilitate clinical integration of these insights.
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