Vulvovaginitis
Vulvovaginitis ( 24 Questions)
Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is not related to hormonal changes but rather an overgrowth of bacteria causing an imbalance in the vaginal ecosystem.
Candidal vulvovaginitis (CV) is a fungal infection and is not primarily caused by hormonal changes.
Trichomonas vaginalis (TV) is a sexually transmitted infection and is not directly linked to hormonal changes.
Atrophic vaginitis (AV) occurs due to hormonal changes, specifically a decrease in estrogen levels that can lead to thinning and inflammation of vaginal tissues. Estrogen deficiency commonly occurs during menopause or aging, leading to symptoms like vaginal dryness and discomfort.
Choice A rationale:
Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is not related to hormonal changes but rather an overgrowth of bacteria causing an imbalance in the vaginal ecosystem.
Choice B rationale:
Candidal vulvovaginitis (CV) is a fungal infection and is not primarily caused by hormonal changes.
Choice C rationale:
Trichomonas vaginalis (TV) is a sexually transmitted infection and is not directly linked to hormonal changes.
Choice D rationale:
Atrophic vaginitis (AV) occurs due to hormonal changes, specifically a decrease in estrogen levels that can lead to thinning and inflammation of vaginal tissues. Estrogen deficiency commonly occurs during menopause or aging, leading to symptoms like vaginal dryness and discomfort.