A patient is experiencing profuse greenish- yellow, foul- smelling discharge from her vagina. She is complaining of itching and irritation. What is the most likely treatment?
A) miconazole
B) metronidazole
C) cephalosporins
D) acyclovir
E) No treatment is available.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The symptoms described are consistent with bacterial vaginosis (BV), which is caused by an overgrowth of anaerobic bacteria in the vagina. The most effective treatment for BV is metronidazole, as it is specifically directed against anaerobic bacteria. Miconazole is an antifungal medication and would not be effective in treating BV. Cephalosporins are broad-spectrum antibiotics that may be effective in some cases of vaginal infection, but they are not typically used as first-line therapy for BV. Acyclovir is an antiviral medication that would not be effective in treating bacterial vaginosis. No treatment is not a suitable option as bacterial vaginosis can lead to complications like pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), preterm birth and low birth weight in pregnant women.

A Patient Is Experiencing Profuse Greenish- Yellow, Foul- Smelling Discharge