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What is a common risk factor for candidal vaginal infections in sexually active females?
What is a common risk factor for candidal vaginal infections in sexually active females?
- High estrogen levels (correct)
- Being on a low-carb diet
- Using condoms
- Low glycogen levels
Why are women using oral contraceptives more susceptible to vaginal candidal infections?
Why are women using oral contraceptives more susceptible to vaginal candidal infections?
- Oral contraceptives create a pseudopregnancy state (correct)
- Oral contraceptives increase good bacteria in the vagina
- Oral contraceptives reduce glycogen levels
- Oral contraceptives boost the immune system
How does antibiotic use contribute to the susceptibility of women to candidal vaginal infections?
How does antibiotic use contribute to the susceptibility of women to candidal vaginal infections?
- Reduces fungal growth
- Increases glycogen levels
- Destroys normal vaginal flora (correct)
- Boosts the immune system
Why are individuals with diabetes mellitus more prone to candidal infections?
Why are individuals with diabetes mellitus more prone to candidal infections?
What is the purpose of inserting a pH wand in the at-home test kit described in the text?
What is the purpose of inserting a pH wand in the at-home test kit described in the text?
Why is it advised to insert antifungal suppositories at bedtime?
Why is it advised to insert antifungal suppositories at bedtime?
What is the recommended duration of using miconazole or clotrimazole for treating candidal infections?
What is the recommended duration of using miconazole or clotrimazole for treating candidal infections?
When should the treatment of candidal infections not be interrupted?
When should the treatment of candidal infections not be interrupted?
Why might a urine test for glucose be recommended in individuals with frequent candidal infections?
Why might a urine test for glucose be recommended in individuals with frequent candidal infections?
Why may treating candidiasis during pregnancy be particularly important?
Why may treating candidiasis during pregnancy be particularly important?
