An Inflammation of the Vaginal Canal Caused by Fungi, Bacteria

Question

An inflammation of the vaginal canal caused by fungi, bacteria, or parasites is called
A) endometriosis.
B) a UTI.
C) peritonitis.
D) vaginitis.
E) orchitis.

Accepted Answer

Vaginitis is the inflammation of the vaginal canal and can be caused by various microorganisms such as fungi, bacteria, or parasites. Endometriosis is the growth of endometrial tissue outside the uterus, UTI refers to a bacterial infection in the urinary tract, peritonitis is the inflammation of the peritoneum, and orchitis is the inflammation of the testicles. None of these conditions specifically refer to inflammation in the vaginal canal.