Physical examination of a 19-year-old woman with a 3-day history of vaginal itch reveals moderate perineal excoriation, vaginal erythema, and a white, clumping discharge. Expected microscopic examination findings include:
A. a pH greater than 6. 0.
B. an increased number of lactobacilli.
C. hyphae.
D. an abundance of white blood cells.
Answer: C. hyphae.
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