Abstract

The objective of this narrative review was to analyze and study the normal vaginal flora or vaginal microbiota throughout the woman’s life as well as to explain the different homeostatic mechanisms which allow a healthy microenvironment. In addition, to show the molecular biology studies used in the vaginal microbiota which have allowed to get better knowledge about the vaginal flora. For that purpose, Latin-American and international bibliographies were reviewed on different web pages. Articles published from 1991 to April 2021 were reviewed. This review shows the different mechanisms that keep the health or homeostasis of the vagina. Keywords: Microbiome, Microbiota, Vaginal microbiota, Normal Vaginal Flora, Lactobacillus.

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