Chancroid Flashcards
1
Q
Cause for Chancroid
A
Haemophilus ducreyi
2
Q
Virulence factors for Chancroid
A
Toxin that kills epithelial cells
3
Q
Portal of entry for Chancroid
A
Mucous membranes of genitalia
4
Q
Signs/Symptoms for Chancroid
A
Soft chancres (ulcers)
- Pain upon urination in women
- Buboes form in some patients
5
Q
Incubation period for Chancroid
A
1-14 days
6
Q
Susceptibility for Chancroid
A
Uncircumcised men
7
Q
Treatment for Chancroid
A
Antimicrobial drugs
8
Q
Prevention for Chancroid
A
- Abstinence
- Mutual monogamy
- Condom use
