The Vaginal Microbiome Changes as a Female Matures Because

question 47

Multiple Choice

The vaginal microbiome changes as a female matures because

• A)hormonal changes and sexual activity alter the environment of the vagina.
• B)estrogen has an antibiotic effect on the vaginal microbiome.
• C)most sexually mature women use douching as a means to eliminate the vaginal microbiome.
• D)episodic treatments with antibiotics for UTIs and antifungals for vaginitis eliminate many of the normal microbiota.

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