Question

question 7

the correct definition of candidiasis is:

a tissue that grows in abnormal sites in lower abdominopelvic area; causes severe dysmenorrhea.
b benign uterine tumors.
c std; key sx include skin lesions; eventually fatal unless treated.
d vaginal fungal infection that causes itching, burning, thick curdy discharge.

Explanation:

Analyze the term candidiasis

Candidiasis is a fungal infection caused by yeasts that belong to the genus Candida. In the context of gynecology and Reproductive System Pathology, vulvovaginal candidiasis is a common infection of the vagina.

Evaluate the given options

• Option A describes endometriosis, where endometrial tissue grows outside the uterus.
• Option B describes uterine fibroids (leiomyomas).
• Option C describes syphilis, a bacterial sexually transmitted disease (STD) presenting with chancres (skin lesions) that can be fatal if untreated.
• Option D describes vaginal candidiasis (yeast infection), characterized by itching, burning, and a thick, white, curdy (cottage cheese-like) discharge.

Select the correct definition

Option D accurately defines the clinical presentation and etiology of vaginal candidiasis.

Answer:

• (A) tissue that grows in abnormal sites in lower abdominopelvic area; causes severe dysmenorrhea.
• (B) benign uterine tumors.
• (C) STD; key Sx include skin lesions; eventually fatal unless treated.
• (D) vaginal fungal infection that causes itching, burning, thick curdy discharge. (Correct answer)