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KMID : 1037120200380010048
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The World Journal of Men′s Health
2020 Volume.38 No. 1 p.48 ~ p.60
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Sex Differences in Gut Microbiota
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Kim Yong-Sung
Unno Tatsuya
Kim Byung-Yong
Park Mi-Sung
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Abstract
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Humans carry numerous symbiotic microorganisms in their body, most of which are present in the gut. Although recent technological advances have produced extensive research data on gut microbiota, there are various confounding factors (e.g., diet, race, medications) to consider. Sex is one of the important variables affecting the gut microbiota, but the association has not yet been sufficiently investigated. Although the results are inconsistent, several animal and human studies have shown sex differences in gut microbiota. Herein, we review these studies to discuss the sex-dependent differences as well as the possible mechanisms involved.
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KEYWORD
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Gastrointestinal tract, Gonadal steroid hormones, Microbiota, Sex differences
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