Genital Herpes Flashcards
1
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Signs and Symptoms for Genital Herpes
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Small blisters on or around the genitals or rectum
2
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Pathogen and Virulence Factors for Genital Herpes
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- Herpes simplex viruses type 2 (main cause) and type 1
- Virus can become latent in nerve cells
- Viral
3
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Pathogenesis for Genital Herpes
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- Kills epithelial cells at infection site
- Blisters may form at sites far from initial infection site
4
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Epidemiology for Genital Herpes
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- Small blisters on or around the genitals or rectum
- Concern for cervical cancer
5
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Diagnosis for Genital Herpes
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-Characteristic lesions
6
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Treatment for Genital Herpes
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- Acyclovir
- Antiviral agents to lessen symptoms
7
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Prevention for Genital Herpes
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- Abstinence
- Mutual monogamy
