MCQs on anaerobic bacteria (normal/commensal and pathogenic anaerobes)identification : Medical microbiology
MCQs on anaerobic bacteria 1. A 42-year-old woman visits the emergency department with abdominal pain, fever, and foul-smelling vaginal discharge. She reports experiencing these symptoms for the past three days. The patient describes sharp, cramp-like pain in the lower abdomen that has been progressively worsening, she reports a thick, grayish-white discharge with a distinct foul odor. She has a high-grade fever with chills. The patient is not known to have any pre-existing medical conditions or recent surgical procedures. Upon examination, the healthcare provider observes tenderness in the lower abdomin. Pelvic ultrasound is performed to assess the pelvic organs and look for signs of inflammation. Which of the following specimen is primarily recommended for collection and culture of the causative anaerobic pathogen? a) Endocervial tissue specimen b)...