Reproductive Infections - LL Flashcards
2 most common bugs that can lead to PID:
Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Chlamydia trachomatis
On pelvic exam, what finding could be most diagnostic for PID?
Cervical motion tenderness!
Potential complications of PID?
- Fitz-Hugh-Curtis syndrome in the liver!
* Infertility!
Primary skin finding of Syphillis?
Chancre on labia, vulva, vagina, cervix, anus, lips, or nipples
Secondary skin finding of Syphillis?
Condyloma latum
Tertiatary skin finding of syphillis?
Gummas
What is a diagnostic lab finding of Trichimonas?
If see motile T. Vaginalis on wet mount then no need to culture
What is the pathognomonic description of Trichimonas discharge?
Thin, malodorus, purulent, frothy discharge
How do you treat Trichimonas? What do you need to do after you successfully treat it?
Metronidazole - need to re-screen in 3 months since it has such a high-rate of reinfection!
BV is just an overgrowth of what bug, a normal part of your flora…
Gardnerella vaginalis
Does BV present with pain?
NO
What is the most bothersome symptom of BV?
FISHY odor! yummmm
What criteria can be used to diagnose BV?
Amsel criteria: (need 3+) • white/gray discharge coating vaginal walls • >20% clue cells • pH > 4.5 • Positive Whiff test
What are we worried about if a pregnant woman develops BV?
many complications –> preterm labor, preterm premature rupture of membranes, chorioamnionitis, and endometritis
Does BV put you at risk for contracting any STIs?
YES