Reproductive Tract Infections Support Protocol
Primary Stack
Core supplements with strongest evidenceLactobacillus strains support vaginal/urogenital flora balance
Supporting Studies (1)
Supports immune function and antimicrobial peptide production
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Supporting Stack
Additional supplements for enhanced resultsSupports immune function and tissue health
Supporting Studies (1)
Supports immune function and wound healing
Supporting Studies (1)
Prevents bacterial adhesion (primarily for UTI prevention)
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How This Protocol Works
Simple Explanation
Reproductive tract infections (RTIs) include infections of the female and male reproductive systems. They range from common vaginal infections to sexually transmitted infections.
FEMALE RTIs:
MALE RTIs:
SYMPTOMS TO WATCH FOR:
IMPORTANT:
PREVENTION:
* Probiotics support healthy vaginal flora.
* Cranberry helps prevent UTIs.
* Medical treatment is essential for infections.
Expected timeline: Medical treatment resolves most infections within 1-2 weeks. Probiotics support ongoing prevention.
Clinical Perspective
RTIs: Include endogenous infections (BV, candidiasis), iatrogenic (post-procedure), and sexually transmitted. BV: vaginal dysbiosis; associated with preterm birth, PID. Candidiasis: usually Candida albicans; recurrent needs evaluation.
Treatment: BV - metronidazole or clindamycin. Candidiasis - azoles. STIs per CDC guidelines. UTI - appropriate antibiotics. Probiotics: Lactobacillus strains may prevent BV recurrence, support vaginal flora. Cranberry for UTI prevention has moderate evidence. Supplements don't replace medical treatment but may support prevention.
* Probiotics (B-grade): Vaginal flora. Systematic review: (PMID: 24045160). 10-20B CFU daily.
* Vitamin D (C-grade): Immune support. Review: (PMID: 28750270). 2000-4000 IU daily.
* Vitamin C (C-grade): Immune function. Review: (PMID: 23440782). 500-1000mg daily.
* Zinc (C-grade): Immune/healing. Systematic review: (PMID: 22566526). 15-30mg daily.
* Cranberry (B-grade): UTI prevention. Cochrane: (PMID: 23076891). 500mg extract daily.
Protocol notes: BV: recurrent common; probiotics may reduce recurrence; avoid douching. Candidiasis: rule out diabetes if recurrent; azole resistance emerging. UTI: recurrent - consider prophylaxis (cranberry, low-dose antibiotics). PID: urgent treatment to prevent infertility. STI screening: sexually active - annual chlamydia/gonorrhea if <25 or high-risk. Pregnancy: RTIs increase adverse outcomes; screen and treat.