Microbiology: An Introduction
11th Edition
ISBN: 9780321733603
Author: Gerard J. Tortora, Berdell R. Funke, Christine L. Case
Publisher: Benjamin Cummings
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Chapter 26, Problem 2A
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How frequent douching can be a predisposing factor to bacterial vaginosis, vulvovaginal candidiasis and trichomoniasis
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Frequent douching is a predisposing factor to bacterial vaginosis, vulvovaginal candidiasis and trichomoniasis
Introduction:
Cleaning the intravaginal area with liquid is termed as douching to prevent infection. However, frequent douching may disturb the normal healthy flora of the vagina which leads to pelvic associated diseases.
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Chapter 26 Solutions
Microbiology: An Introduction
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Ch. 26 - Prob. 2ACh. 26 - How is this selective for Neisseria?Ch. 26 - Prob. 4ACh. 26 - Prob. 1MCQCh. 26 - Prob. 2MCQCh. 26 - Microscopic examination of vaginal smear shows...Ch. 26 - Prob. 4MCQCh. 26 - Prob. 5MCQCh. 26 - Fluid-filled vesicles a. candidiasis b. bacterial...Ch. 26 - Fluid-filled vesicles a. candidiasis b. bacterial...Ch. 26 - The most common cause of cystitis. a. Chlamydia...Ch. 26 - In cases of NGU, diagnosis is made using PCR to...Ch. 26 - Prob. 1CAECh. 26 - A 28-year-old woman was admitted to a Wisconsin...Ch. 26 - Prob. 3CAE
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