The Genital Tract Infection Characterized by an Unpleasant Odor and an Increase

Question

The genital tract infection characterized by an unpleasant odor and an increase in clue cells is
A) trichomoniasis.
B) candidiasis.
C) amoebiasis.
D) bacterial vaginosis.
E) cystitis.

Accepted Answer

Bacterial vaginosis is a genital tract infection that is characterized by an unpleasant odor and an increase in clue cells. Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted infection caused by a parasite and may cause vaginal discharge with a foul odor, but it is not associated with clue cells. Candidiasis, also known as a yeast infection, is characterized by itching, burning, and a thick, white discharge, but not an unpleasant odor or clue cells. Amoebiasis is an infection caused by a parasite and typically involves the intestinal tract, not the genital tract. Cystitis is a common urinary tract infection that may cause pain, burning, and frequent urination, but it is not typically associated with an increase in clue cells.