Vaginitis Commonly Results from Overgrowth Of

Question

Vaginitis commonly results from overgrowth of
A) Candida.
B) Trichomonas vaginalis.
C) Candida and Trichomonas vaginalis.
D) Neither Candida nor Trichomonas vaginalis.

Accepted Answer

Vaginitis is commonly caused by an overgrowth of Candida (a yeast) or infection with Trichomonas vaginalis (a protozoan parasite). Both organisms can disrupt the normal vaginal flora, leading to symptoms of vaginitis.