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What Do Positive Results For Coccobacilli On Pap Smear Indicate?
Hello doc..I have my aunt who is 52 years old underwent pap smear a month ago and the result shows (+++) coccobacilli. The doctor advised gram staining and the result was gram positive cocci in single:(+), gram positive bacilli in single:(++). Epithelial cells:+2/lpf and pus cells:+2/hpf..what does this mean?
Thu, 10 Apr 2014
Hello and welcome to HCM,
The presence of coccobacilli on Pap smear suggest a shift in vaginal flora.
In health, bacilli called lactobacilli are present in the genital tract.
Due to a change in pH of the genital tract, there is change in the bacterial population in the genital tract.
The change in pH occurs due to presence of infection.
The 'shift in vaginal flora' is treated by antimicrobials.
You need to consult your gynecologist for prescription of antimicrobials.
Thanks and take care
Dr Shailja P Wahal
The presence of coccobacilli on Pap smear suggest a shift in vaginal flora.
In health, bacilli called lactobacilli are present in the genital tract.
Due to a change in pH of the genital tract, there is change in the bacterial population in the genital tract.
The change in pH occurs due to presence of infection.
The 'shift in vaginal flora' is treated by antimicrobials.
You need to consult your gynecologist for prescription of antimicrobials.
Thanks and take care
Dr Shailja P Wahal
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