Chlmydia Flashcards
1
Q
Diagnosis:
A
Get sample swab- small cotton bud wiped over the area
Urinating into a container- leave 1–2 hours from the last time urinated
2
Q
Treatment:
A
Antibiotics:
Azithromycin- two-four tablets once
Deoxycycline- 2 capsules a day for a week
3
Q
Emotional impacts
A
Worried, anxious, upset, depression, lonely
4
Q
Symptoms(5)
A
Pain when urinating Unusual vaginal discharge Pain in tummy/pelvis Bleeding between periods/heavier Bleeding/pain during or after sex
5
Q
Social impacts
A
Withdrawal from friends and family
6
Q
Pathways
A
GP/ sexual health clinic Swab taken- sample sent to pathologist Referral to GUM if positive Antibiotic given Follow up care
