Degree of cleanliness of gynecological smear

The degree of purity of the gynecological smear is such an indicator that reflects the direct ratio of the number of beneficial microorganisms in the female sexual system to pathogenic and conditionally pathogenic. Consider this type of research in detail, let's call the norms that are established when decoding the smear on the degree of purity of the vagina in women.

What degrees of purity exist?

In total it is customary to allocate 4 degrees in gynecology:

• 1 degree is an indicator of the norm. It is noted that the absolutely healthy wife has a Dodderlyna sticks in the smear. The pH is 4.0-4.5. Epithelial cells are fixed single, the presence of several leukocytes is allowed.
• 2 degree of purity of the smear - the pH increases to 4.5-5.0. When microscopically there are pathogenic bacteria, cocci. Gram-negative bacteria in a small amount are also present, they are the causative agents of infectious disorders.
• 3 degree of purity of the smear means that the sexual system of a woman has a violation, needs medical attention. At the same time, the pH reaches 5.0-7.0. At microscopy, the lab technician detects a large number of pathogenic bacteria. In this case, a woman can note some signs of disturbance: the consistency, color and volume of vaginal discharge changes, an unpleasant smell, burning and itching of the vulva appears .
• 4 degree is characterized by a change in the vaginal environment to alkaline - pH at 7.0-7.5. Prevalent pathogenic bacteria, which indicates inflammatory processes. Most of it is found in women who did not apply for medical help in time.

How is the deciphering of the degree of purity of the gynecological smear carried out?

It must be said that only a doctor is engaged in such activities. At the same time, the following are evaluated:

• concentration of pathogenic bacteria in the smear;
• type of pathogen;
• degree of violation;
• stage of the disease.