Microgenderome

Microgenderome refers to the gender-specific microbiome. It has been shown to be shaped by sex hormones of the male or female host and in turn to regulate sex hormone levels and immune responses. As such, the microgenderome may contribute to the gender bias observed in chronic inflammatory diseases.

Notable articles

 * 2013, Welcome to the Microgenderome
 * 2013, Sex Differences in the Gut Microbiome Drive Hormone-Dependent Regulation of Autoimmunity.
 * 2016, Gender Gut Wars: Australian ME/CFS Study Suggests Different Gut Treatment Protocols Needed For Men and Women
 * 2016, Gut bacteria play different roles in males and females

Notable studies

 * 2016, Support for the Microgenderome: Associations in a Human Clinical Population