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What Changes Might Occur in the Vagina If Lactobacilli Were

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What changes might occur in the vagina if lactobacilli were eliminated?


A) The acidic pH might change to a more neutral (and pathogen-fostering) level.
B) Lactobacilli often produce the anti-anaerobic bacteria compound hydrogen peroxide. Without it, anaerobic pathogens might cause disease states (e.g. gas gangrene) .
C) There would be no change in the health of the woman-other members of the normal flora would 'fill in the gap' in the population, resulting in no overall change.
D) The acidic pH might change to a more neutral (and pathogen-fostering) level AND lactobacilli often produce the anti-anaerobic bacteria compound hydrogen peroxide. Without it, anaerobic pathogens might cause disease states (e.g. gas gangrene) .

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