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What is a characteristic of orchitis?
What is a characteristic of orchitis?
What is a complication of gonorrhea?
What is a complication of gonorrhea?
What is characterized by ulcers on genitalia?
What is characterized by ulcers on genitalia?
What is erectile dysfunction (ED)?
What is erectile dysfunction (ED)?
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What is characterized by lymphadenopathy?
What is characterized by lymphadenopathy?
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Study Notes
Inflammations of the Male Genital System
- Orchitis: inflammation of the testes caused by infections, autoimmune disease, or trauma
- Symptoms of orchitis:
- Painful swelling of one or both testes
- Painful ejaculation
- Degeneration and necrosis of spermatozoa
- Congestion and leukocytic infiltration
Sexually Transmitted Diseases
- Gonorrhea: caused by Nisseria gonorrhea, characterized by:
- Painful discharge from genitalia
- Prostatitis, epididymitis, and urethritis
- Syphilis: caused by Treponema pallidum, characterized by:
- Ulcers (chancre) on genitalia
- Lymphadenopathy
- Skin rash
- Meningitis
- Aortitis
Other Conditions
- Intersex: a group of conditions where an individual has sexual characteristics between males and females
- Erectile Dysfunction (ED): the inability to maintain an erection firm enough to complete sexual intercourse
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Description
This quiz covers various diseases and conditions affecting the male genital system, including orchitis, gonorrhea, and syphilis. Learn about the causes, symptoms, and characteristics of these diseases.
