Bacterial Vaginosis and Vaginal Infections
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Bacterial Vaginosis and Vaginal Infections

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What is the optimal growth temperature for Campylobacter jejuni?

  • 42 degrees (correct)
  • 37 degrees
  • 50 degrees
  • 30 degrees
  • Which of the following is a virulence factor of Campylobacter jejuni?

  • Motility of the spiral shaped bacterium (correct)
  • Adhesive factors to stick to the mucus
  • Cytokines that cause polymorphs and RBC
  • Production of beta-lactamase
  • What is the consequence of Mycoplasma genitalium altering the cervical mucus plug?

  • It induces activation of toll-like receptors leading to micro-inflammation (correct)
  • It decreases the risk of PID
  • It recruites more lymphocytes
  • It increases the risk of STI
  • What is the characteristic of Ureaplasma urealyticum on agar plates?

    <p>It forms pink colonies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the risk factor for Group B strep disease in neonates?

    <p>Prematurity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is Mycoplasma genitalium associated with PID and postabortal fever?

    <p>It can ascend through the altered cervical mucus plug</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the imbalance of normal vaginal flora that leads to Bacterial Vaginosis?

    <p>Dysbiosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic shape of Campylobacter organisms?

    <p>Spiral-shaped</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common complication of Campylobacter infection?

    <p>Guillain-Barré Syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary source of Campylobacter infection in humans?

    <p>Undercooked poultry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a symptom of Campylobacter infection?

    <p>Vaginal discharge</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which two species of Campylobacter should be familiar to you?

    <p>C. jejuni and C. coli</p> Signup and view all the answers

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