A 21-year old female comes to the clinic complaining of vaginal itching and a vaginal discharge. A. What pathogens would have to be considered? B. What tests should be performed to identify the causative agent?
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The most common pathogens causing vaginal itching and discharge are Candida species (yeast infection), Trichomonas vaginalis (trichomoniasis), and bacterial vaginosis (caused by an overgrowth of various bacteria, including Gardnerella vaginalis). Show more…
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