This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Sexually Transmitted Disease in the Female, Subject name: Gynaecology & Obstetrics
All are risk factors for vaginal candidiasis except: 
Select and explain. 
A. HIV, B. Hypertension, C. Pregnancy, D. Diabetes mellitus
B: Hypertension
Answer: B: Hypertension 
Explanation: Ans. is b, i.e. HypertensionRef: Shaw 15th/ed, p146Risk factors for Candidal (Monilla) Vaginitis* Promiscuity* Immunosuppression (like HIV)* Pregnancy* Steroid therapy* Following long-term broad spectrum antibiotic therapy* Oral contraception pills* Diabetes mellitus* Poor personal hygiene* Obesity