Lab test interpretation

Microscopy Challenge: Bacterial Flora in a Smear

Clinical case: vaginal smear microscopy in a 42-year-old patient complaining of discharge. Determine the nature of the bacterial flora found.

Vaginal smear, microscopy of bacterial flora
Vaginal smear, microscopy of bacterial flora

Anonymous question from a subscriber. This is the first time we’ve seen such flora. Vaginal smear. A 42-year-old woman. Complaints of leucorrhea (discharge). Diagnosis from the gynecologist in the medical record - vaginitis. Are these diplococci or not?