Gardnerella

Gardnerella, specifically Gardnerella vaginalis, is a type of bacteria that is commonly found in the vaginal microbiome. While it is a normal part of vaginal flora, an imbalance can lead to overgrowth, resulting in bacterial vaginosis (BV), a common vaginal infection. It is not classified as a traditional sexually transmitted infection (STI), but its presence and growth can be influenced by sexual activity.

STIs