Reproductive Infections - LL Flashcards

1
Q

2 most common bugs that can lead to PID:

A

Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Chlamydia trachomatis

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2
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On pelvic exam, what finding could be most diagnostic for PID?

A

Cervical motion tenderness!

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3
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Potential complications of PID?

A
  • Fitz-Hugh-Curtis syndrome in the liver!

* Infertility!

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4
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Primary skin finding of Syphillis?

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Chancre on labia, vulva, vagina, cervix, anus, lips, or nipples

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5
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Secondary skin finding of Syphillis?

A

Condyloma latum

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6
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Tertiatary skin finding of syphillis?

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Gummas

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7
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What is a diagnostic lab finding of Trichimonas?

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If see motile T. Vaginalis on wet mount then no need to culture

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What is the pathognomonic description of Trichimonas discharge?

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Thin, malodorus, purulent, frothy discharge

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9
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How do you treat Trichimonas? What do you need to do after you successfully treat it?

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Metronidazole - need to re-screen in 3 months since it has such a high-rate of reinfection!

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10
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BV is just an overgrowth of what bug, a normal part of your flora…

A

Gardnerella vaginalis

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11
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Does BV present with pain?

A

NO

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12
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What is the most bothersome symptom of BV?

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FISHY odor! yummmm

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13
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What criteria can be used to diagnose BV?

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Amsel criteria: (need 3+)
•	white/gray discharge coating vaginal walls
•	>20% clue cells 
•	pH > 4.5
•	Positive Whiff test
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14
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What are we worried about if a pregnant woman develops BV?

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many complications –> preterm labor, preterm premature rupture of membranes, chorioamnionitis, and endometritis

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15
Q

Does BV put you at risk for contracting any STIs?

A

YES

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16
Q

What patient ed does Metronidazole require?

A

NO ALCOHOL WHILE ON AND 24hr AFTER

17
Q

What effect does HIV have on HSV?

A

HIV patients can have prolonged or severe episodes, HSV shedding is also increased

18
Q

What are the 2 most prevalent STIs?

A

Chlamydia & Gonorrhea

19
Q

What is the most commonly used method of diagnosis for Chlamydia and gonorrhea?

A

NAAT