Treatment of anogenital warts with trichloroacetic acid and podophyllin.

We are also currently investigating the incidence of anaerobic vaginosis in a local general practice using the method outlined above, and have found that specimens which have been air dried and stored for up to 14 days before Gram staining show no deterioration. We suggest that doctors concerned with the management of vaginal discharge who do not have immediate access to clinic or laboratory facilities might find this a cost effective alternative to the high vaginal swab.