What are the diagnostic criteria for bacterial vaginosis?

What are the diagnostic criteria for bacterial vaginitis? Bacterial vaginitis is a common type of vaginitis in clinical practice, with the main manifestations of increased vaginal discharge, a foul odor, and mild vulvar itching or burning. So how to diagnose bacterial vaginitis? What are the diagnostic criteria for bacterial vaginitis? Let our experts introduce it to you in detail.

Diagnostic criteria for bacterial vaginosis: Bacterial vaginosis can be confirmed if 3 of the following 4 items are positive.

1. Homogeneous and thin vaginal discharge.

2. Vaginal pH>4.5 (pH is mostly 5.0~5.5)

3. If the amine odor test is positive, take a small amount of vaginal secretions and place them on a glass slide. Add 1 to 2 drops of 10% potassium hydroxide. If a rotten fish-like odor is produced, it is positive.

4. Clue cells (clueceu): Take a small amount of secretion and place it on a glass slide, add a drop of saline and mix it, then place it under a high-power microscope to see >20% of clue cells.

The above is the diagnostic criteria for bacterial vaginitis. I believe you have already understood it and hope it will be helpful to you. If you have other questions about bacterial vaginitis, please consult our online experts or call our consultation hotline, and the experts will answer your questions in detail. Feihua Health Network wishes you a happy day and good health!

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