STIs Flashcards
1
Q
What is the median recurrence rate of genital HSV-2?
A
4 per year
2
Q
Benefits of suppressive therapy for HSV-2
A
Prevention of 80% of recurrences
Shorter and milder recurrences
48% reduction in transmission between partners
3
Q
What is the treatment of genital HSV?
A
Episodic: acyclovir 400 mg TID x5 days or valacyclovir 500 mg BID x3 days
Suppressive: valacyclovir 1 g daily or acyclovir 400 mg BID
4
Q
What are the criteria for PID?
A
Pelvic/lower abdominal pain plus one of the following: cervical motion tenderness, adnexal tenderness, uterine tenderness
5
Q
What are the indications for inpatient management of PID?
A
Pregnancy Failure of outpatient therapy Inability to tolerate PO intake TOA Severe illness or high fever
