What are the causes of Gardnerella infection?
Gardnerella vaginalis and Gardnerella mobiluncus are two bacteria linked to the vaginal infection called bacterial vaginosis. The causes of this condition are not fully understood, but appear related to imbalances in the vagina’s natural bacterial ecology.The FactsGardnerella vaginalis and Gardnerella mobiluncus commonly inhabit the vagina, along with other potentially harmful bacteria, according to the Urology Channel. Typically, the influence of “good” bacteria such as Lactobacillus—which control the vagina’s normal pH (alkaline/acid) balance—keeps these dangerous inhabitants in check.CausesDecreases in the number of beneficial bacteria can trigger an increase in Gardnerella and other unwanted bacteria, leading to the symptoms of bacterial vaginosis. Potential causes of the destruction of beneficial bacteria include use of antibiotics, contraceptive sponges, intrauterine devices or diaphragms.Sexual IntercourseBacterial vaginosis has gained an association with sexual intercourse,
