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Antimicrobial photodynamic therapy in Candida spp. biofilms: In vitro and in vivo protocols

Photochemistry and Photobiology, EarlyView.
This review addresses the critical challenges in translating in vitro antimicrobial photodynamic therapy protocols to in vivo models, with a particular focus on the hurdles of standardization. The vast diversity in photosensitizers and light parameters across different target cells and models requires a rigorous optimization process.
Lívia Mara Alves Figueiredo‐Godoi, Ana Júlia Barbosa Tomé, Cristina Kurachi   +2 more
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The Role of Enterococcus faecium in the Synergistic Clearance of High‐Risk HPV: A Clinical Study on Cervicovaginal Microbiota Regulation

Cancer Medicine, Volume 15, Issue 6, June 2026.
ABSTRACT Background Persistent infection with high‐risk human papillomavirus (HR‐HPV) is defined as the principal cause of cervical cancer. Given the important role of cervicovaginal microbiota in HPV acquisition and disease progression, this study aims to evaluate the clinical efficacy of the probiotic Enterococcus faecium (E.
Jun Yang, Mengya Gao, Danfeng Wang, Ziwei Li, Sijing Li, Min Zhou, Li‐Na Hu   +6 more
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Intravaginal Combination Therapy of Acetic and Lactic Acid in premenopausal women with recurrent vulvovaginal candidiasis: A randomized, double-blind placebo-controlled feasibility trial

, 2023
Background: Recurrent vulvovaginal candidiasis management primarily entails azole therapy used as required or as an extended daily or weekly maintenance therapy for 6 months or more. Unfortunately, relapse within 3–6 months of ceasing maintenance therapy
Evelin Tiralongo, Testa, Chris, Moira Bradfield Strydom, Tiralongo, Evelin, Walpola, Ramesh L, Robert S Ware, Strydom, Moira Bradfield, Khan, Sohil, Chris Testa, Ware, Robert S, Ramesh L Walpola, Sohil Khan   +11 more
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Probiotics for prevention of recurrent vulvovaginal candidiasis: a review [PDF]

Journal of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy, 2006
Vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC) is a common infection affecting the quality of life of many women. Probiotics have been investigated as possible agents for the prevention of recurrences of VVC. We reviewed the available literature. In some studies the development of VVC was associated with either a low number of lactobacilli in the vagina or with the ...
Falagas, Matthew E., Betsi, Gregoria I., Athanasiou, Stavros   +2 more
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Exploring the Nutraceutical Potential of Achillea millefolium L.: Phytochemical Composition, Biological Activities, and Industrial Applications

Food Science &Nutrition, Volume 14, Issue 6, June 2026.
Achillea millefolium Linn., commonly known as yarrow, is an extraordinary medicinal plant. A. millefolium has broad therapeutic potential due to its phytochemistry and essential oil composition. It possesses pharmacological properties, including antidiabetic, antioxidant, anti‐inflammatory, liver‐protective, antimicrobial, and gastroprotective effects,
Tooba Majeed, Muhammad Tauseef Sultan, Ahmad Mujtaba Noman, Hassan Raza, Hagar M. Mohamed, Nimra Anees, Muhammad Imran, Muzzamal Hussain, Gamal A. Mohamed, Sabrin R. M. Ibrahim, Entessar Al Jbawi, Ehab M. Mostafa, Samy Selim, Ayman Salama, Mohamed A. Abdelgawad   +14 more
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Probiotic supplementation during pregnancy for vaginal microbiota improvement and pathogen clearance: A systematic review and meta‐analysis

Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica, Volume 105, Issue 6, Page 999-1016, June 2026.
Probiotic supplementation during pregnancy shows a modest, non‐robust increase in Group B Streptococcus decolonization, with no consistent benefit for bacterial vaginosis or vulvovaginal candidiasis. Probiotics may serve as a non‐antibiotic adjunct, but standardized regimens and ecological diagnostic frameworks are required.
Zimo Liu, Roujie Huang, Tianshu Sun, Lan Zhu   +3 more
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Preconception preparation of patients with reccurent vulvovaginal candidiasis with the use of immunomodulation therapy [PDF]

РМЖ. Мать и дитя, 2018
Preconception preparation of patients with reccurent vulvovaginal candidiasis with the use of immunomodulation therapy I.O. Borovikov, A.S. Avetisian Kuban state medical university, Krasnodar, Russian Federation The article considers ...
Borovikov I.O., A.S. Avetisian
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A New Approach for the Treatment of Recurrent Vulvovaginal Candidiasis with a Combination of Pea Protein, Grape Seed Extract, and Lactic Acid Assessed In Vivo

Journal of Fungi, 2022
Background: Vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC) is considered the second most common vaginal infection. Up to 8% of women in various populations experience more than three or four episodes within one year, which is regarded as recurrent vulvovaginal ...
Irene Paterniti, Giovanna Casili, Alessia Filippone, Marika Lanza, Alessio Ardizzone, Anna Paola Capra, Michela Campolo, Emanuela Esposito   +7 more
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Probiotic‐based strategies in vulvovaginal candidiasis management: A comprehensive review of mechanisms and future directions

Interdisciplinary Medicine, Volume 4, Issue 3, May 2026.
This review focuses on vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC), examining its epidemiology, the pathogenesis of Candida albicans, and its relationships with vaginal microbiota. It comprehensively reviews probiotic‐based management strategies and their mechanisms of action, and concludes by discussing current limitations, challenges and future research ...
Tong Chen, Yuwei Wu, Ya Chen, Ying Li, Hui Zhao, Lei Wu, He Gao, Tong Jiang, Xiaohong Wang, Moutong Chen, Jumei Zhang, Xinqiang Xie, Tingting Liang, Qingping Wu   +13 more
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Global burden of recurrent vulvovaginal candidiasis: a systematic review

, 2018
Recurrent vulvovaginal candidiasis is a debilitating, long-term condition that can severely affect the quality of life of affected women. No estimates of the global prevalence or lifetime incidence of this disease have been reported.
Denning, David; id_orcid, Sobel, Jack D., Kneale, Matthew, Rautemaa-Richardson , Riina; id_orcid   +3 more
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