Leptothrix

 
 

This curious bacteria is occasionally found in large numbers in the vagina and cervix. It apparently causes no harm and is not considered a pathogen. It would not be worth noting except for two characteristics:

  • It can live comfortably with Trichomonas.

  • It can resemble yeast on a wet mount.

It may safely be ignored.


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