Quiz 2 STIs

Question 1

Normal repro- aged vaginal discharge pH

Answer 1

3.5-4.7

Question 2

Does the normal vaginal micro biome have more anaerobic or aerobic bacteria?

Answer 2

5:1 anaerobic:aerobic.

Question 3

BV has 3 or more of the following:

Answer 3

PH >4.5 (alk)
20% or more “Clue cells”
+ whiff test
Non-viscous milky whit discharge adhering to vaginal wall

Question 4

Tx (and alternate tx) for BV

Answer 4

Metronidazole 500mg PO x2/day x7 days
Alt: Clindamycin x7 days vag cream - can weaken rubber products (condoms, diaphragms)