Candidiasis-Introduction, Types, Signs and Symptoms, Causative Agent, Laboratory Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention and Control, and Keynotes

Candida albicans growth on SDA after 2 days of incubation

Introduction Candidiasis is an infection caused by Candida fungi, commonly Candida albicans. These fungi naturally live on the skin and inside the body, like in the mouth, throat, gut, and vagina, without causing problems. However, if the environment inside the body changes or the immune …

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Prevotella-Introduction, Morphology, Pathogenicity, Lab Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention, and Keynotes

Introduction Prevotella is a genus of Gram-negative, anaerobic bacteria commonly found in the human oral and gut microbiota. These bacteria have been the focus of numerous studies due to their association with both health and disease in humans. Here’s a brief introduction: Morphology The morphology …

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Normal Flora-Introduction, Types, Distribution on Human Body, Beneficial Role, Harmful Effects, and Keynotes

Vaginal Cell and Bacterial Interaction in Gram staining of HVS

Introduction Normal flora, also known as the microbiota or microbiome, refers to the diverse and abundant community of microorganisms that reside in and on the human body, as well as in various other organisms and ecological niches. These microorganisms include bacteria, viruses, fungi, and even …

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Gardnerella vaginalis: Introduction, Morphology, Pathogenicity, Lab Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention, and Keynotes

Introduction Gardnerella vaginalis is a Gram-variable bacterium that is considered to be a facultative anaerobe, meaning it can survive in both aerobic and anaerobic environments. It is the main causative agent of bacterial vaginosis (BV), a common vaginal infection in women of reproductive age. BV …

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