Common Infections — Flashcards

Flashcard 161: What is the initial investigation for Trichomonas vaginalis?

Answer: Swab for wet mount microscopy; motile trophozoites observed

Flashcard 162: Trichomonas vaginalis is commonly _____, particularly in men

Answer: asymptomatic

Flashcard 163: The pathophysiology of bacterial vaginosis involves ↓ decreased colonization of the vagina with _____, leading to ↑ increased pH and overgrowth of anaerobic bacteria

Answer: lactobacilli

Flashcard 164: Bacterial vaginosis in pregnancy increases the risk of _____

Answer: preterm labour, PROM, chorioamnionitis...

Flashcard 165: Bacterial vaginosis is diagnosed with a score of 3 out of 4 on the _____ criteria

Answer: Amsel

Flashcard 166: What is the management for symptomatic bacterial vaginosis? _____

Answer: Metronidazole

Flashcard 167: _____ vaginalis can present with itching & burning

Answer: Trichomonas

Flashcard 168: _____ vaginalis presents with a(n) frothy yellow-green discharge

Answer: Trichomonas

Flashcard 169: What is the management for asymptomatic bacterial vaginosis in non-pregnant women? _____

Answer: No treatment necessary

Extra: Treatment for asymptomatic BV is indicated in: 1. Pregnant patients (to prevent complications like preterm birth). 2. Patients undergoing gynecologic procedures (e.g., hysterectomy, surgical abortion) to decrease risk of post-op infection.

Flashcard 170: _____ is the most common vaginal infection

Answer: Bacterial vaginosis