Infectious Diseases in Obstetrics and Gynecology (Jan 2004)

Experience With Routine Vaginal pH Testing in a Family Practice Setting

  • Adriana J. Pavletic,
  • Stephen E. Hawes,
  • Jenenne A. Geske,
  • Kathy Bringe,
  • Susan H. Polack

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1080/10647440400009839
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 12, no. 2
pp. 63 – 68

Abstract

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Background: Despite recommendations by Centers for Disease Control and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, pH testing is infrequently performed during the evaluation of vaginitis. Consequently, little information exists on its use in a primary care setting.