17th August 2023

A 60-year-old woman is seen in the clinic with symptoms of vaginal dryness and discomfort during sexual intercourse

A 60-year-old woman is seen in the clinic with symptoms of vaginal dryness and discomfort during sexual intercourse. She reports that she stopped having menstrual periods five years ago. The doctor notices a pale and thin vaginal mucosa during the examination.

What would be a common finding on vaginal pH testing in this patient?