What are clue cells?
mature squamous epithelial cells with numerous bacteria noted on the cell borders
Normal vaginal pH
4.0
What are the characteristics of bacterial vaginosis?
pH alkaline
not an STD
not cause inflammation
few WBCs
What are the characteristics of Vaginal Candida infection?
White color
thick
curd-like consistency
redness
itching to the vulvovagina d/t inflammaiton
Microscopic vaginal candida
large number of WBCs
pseudohyphae
spores
similar to spaghetti & meatballs
What are the characteristics of Trichomonas/trichomoniasis?
copious bubbly
green
partner need treatment