Genital Herpes and Warts Flashcards
What are some examples of bacterial infections:
- Syphilis
- Chlamydia
- Gonorrhea
- Chancroid
What are some examples of viral infections
- Genital herpes & warts
- AIDS
Compare bacterial vs viral infct:
Bacterial can be eliminated, viral are recurring and some forms are latent
Who is at a higher risk for contracting an STI?
5
- High risk sexual practices
- Drug abuse
- Medically underserved persons
- Prior Hx of STDs
- Non-compliant STD Tx
What microbe is involved with genital herpes?
Herpes simplex virus type 2
T or F:
Herpes simplex type 2 also causes cold sores.
F, type I causes cold sores
Is genital herpes a local or systemic problem? Is it recurrent?
Though it is GENITAL herpes, it can become systemic, yes it s recurrent
Microbe associated with genital herpes is neurotropic. What does this mean?
It can infect neurons and remain latent within
Transmission of genital herpes is through contact with..?
…active lesions & secretions
How long is the incubation period for genital herpes?
Short 2-10 day incubation period
When do mnfts of genital herpes appear? What are the mnfts?
- Mnfts appear 3-7 days post contact
- Painful vesicular lesions
- Fever, myalgia
- May be asymptomatic or can present with unrelated
symptoms
What kinds of drugs are used to treat genital herpes? Any other Tx? What is the cure?
Antivirals, treat symptoms, no cure
What microbe is involved with genital warts?
Human papilloma virus ( strains 6 & 11) is responsible for ~90% of case
What is the transmission of genital warts?
Genital or anorectal
How long is the incubation period for genital warts?
45 days-8 months
