Neisseria Gonorrhea

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What are the clinical manifestations of Neisseria gonorrhea infection?

Urethritis, anorectal infections, epididymitis, perihepatitis (Fitz-Hugh-Curtis syndrome), disseminated gonococcal infection, and accessory (Bartholin) gland infections.

What is the recommended treatment for gonorrhea and chlamydia co-infection in pregnant individuals?

Azithromycin and gentamicin.

What is the recommended follow-up management for gonorrhea infection?

Repeat testing 3 months after treatment and abstain from sex for 7 days after treatment.

What is the second most common STI in the US?

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What is the recommended treatment for gonorrhea?

Ceftriaxone IM, Ceftriaxone + doxycycline, or Ceftriaxone + azithromycin if gonorrhea and chlamydia co-infection is suspected. Signup and view all the answers

What are the potential complications of gonorrhea infection?

Complications may include perihepatitis (Fitz-Hugh-Curtis syndrome), epididymitis, disseminated gonococcal infection, and accessory (Bartholin) gland infections. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the clinical manifestations of Neisseria gonorrhea infection.

Clinical manifestations of Neisseria gonorrhea infection include urethritis, anorectal infections, epididymitis, perihepatitis (Fitz-Hugh-Curtis syndrome), disseminated gonococcal infection, and accessory (Bartholin) gland infections. Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended treatment for gonorrhea if ceftriaxone is not available?

If ceftriaxone is not available, cefixime can be given for partner therapy. Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended follow-up management for gonorrhea infection?

Follow-up management for gonorrhea infection includes repeat testing 3 months after treatment and abstaining from sex for 7 days after treatment. Signup and view all the answers