Viral STDs Flashcards

1
Q

What causes genital herpes?

A

HSV 1 + 2

1: more commonly oral
2: mainly genital

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2
Q

How may genital herpes present?

A

Flu-like prodrome

Vesicles/ papules - burst - painful shallow ulcers

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3
Q

Give 3 Sx of genital herpes

A

Painful blisters
Discharge
Dysuria

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4
Q

Ix for genital herpes

A

PCR of swab of ulcer

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5
Q

Tx for outbreak of genital herpes

A

Acyclovir TDS <5 days of onset
Analgesia
Topical lidocaine 5%

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6
Q

Tx for >6 outbreaks in 1 year of genital herpes

A

Acyclovir BD for 1 year

suppressive therapy

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