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Sexually Transmitted Disease Flashcards

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How does Neisseria gonorrhoeae present and what is it’s microbiology?

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  • Thick urethral dischage
  • Presents sooner
  • Lots of neutrophils and Gram-neg diplococci on gram stain
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How is Neisserie gonorrhoeae diagnosed and treated?

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  • NAAT (PCR based test)
  • Managed using ceftriaxone, azithromycin and partner notification
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How does Chlamydia trachomatis present and how is it treated?

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  • Frequently asymptomatic and can lead to tubal damage/infertility
  • Treated with azithromycin and doxycycline
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How is HSV treated?

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  • Aciclovir
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How does syphilus present and how is it treated?

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  • Rash, lip chancre, anal chancre and alopecia
  • Lesions can be painless
  • Treat with injectable penicillin
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