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What is the typical presentation of HSV-2?
What is the typical presentation of HSV-2?
- Painless red bumps on the genital area
- Yellow patches on the feet
- Cluster of painful, red genital vesicles/ulcers (correct)
- Itchy, burning rash on the face
Why might the asymptomatic nature of many HSV-2 infections impact transmission?
Why might the asymptomatic nature of many HSV-2 infections impact transmission?
- Only symptomatic individuals are contagious
- People tend to avoid sexual contact when symptomatic
- Asymptomatic individuals may unknowingly transmit the infection (correct)
- The virus is not present in asymptomatic carriers
What are the common symptoms of an outbreak of genital herpes?
What are the common symptoms of an outbreak of genital herpes?
- Abdominal pain and vomiting
- Chest pain and shortness of breath
- Itching, burning, tingling, groin lump (correct)
- Fever and cough
Which medication is typically used for the first episode of genital herpes?
Which medication is typically used for the first episode of genital herpes?
What is the duration of episodic treatment for patients with recurrent genital herpes episodes?
What is the duration of episodic treatment for patients with recurrent genital herpes episodes?
Which therapy is used to reduce spread to partners in patients with recurrent episodes of genital herpes?
Which therapy is used to reduce spread to partners in patients with recurrent episodes of genital herpes?
According to FDA labeling for valacyclovir, what is the recommended time frame for initiation related to initial episodes of genital herpes?
According to FDA labeling for valacyclovir, what is the recommended time frame for initiation related to initial episodes of genital herpes?
What can cause PID (Pelvic Inflammatory Disease)?
What can cause PID (Pelvic Inflammatory Disease)?
What is the drug of choice for ANY stage of syphilis?
What is the drug of choice for ANY stage of syphilis?
What is the drug of choice for the treatment of syphilis?
What is the drug of choice for the treatment of syphilis?
What is the primary difference between benzathine and procaine penicillin in terms of dosing?
What is the primary difference between benzathine and procaine penicillin in terms of dosing?
What are the symptoms of T. vaginalis infection in women?
What are the symptoms of T. vaginalis infection in women?
What regimen is recommended for the treatment of T. vaginalis in men?
What regimen is recommended for the treatment of T. vaginalis in men?
Which stage of syphilis presents with gummas and neurological manifestations such as memory loss and personality changes?
Which stage of syphilis presents with gummas and neurological manifestations such as memory loss and personality changes?
What is the Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction associated with?
What is the Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction associated with?
What are the symptoms of secondary syphilis in terms of rashes and fatigue manifestation?
What are the symptoms of secondary syphilis in terms of rashes and fatigue manifestation?
Which parameter should be monitored for patients receiving metronidazole for T. vaginalis?
Which parameter should be monitored for patients receiving metronidazole for T. vaginalis?
When should patients with an initial positive screening test for syphilis be offered treatment?
When should patients with an initial positive screening test for syphilis be offered treatment?
What is the recommended treatment for adults with neurosyphilis?
What is the recommended treatment for adults with neurosyphilis?
What distinguishes benzathine penicillin from procaine penicillin in terms of dosing?
What distinguishes benzathine penicillin from procaine penicillin in terms of dosing?
What is the first-line treatment regimen for chlamydial infection in adolescents and adults?
What is the first-line treatment regimen for chlamydial infection in adolescents and adults?
When should retesting occur for cure of chlamydia?
When should retesting occur for cure of chlamydia?
What is the dosing regimen for benzathine penicillin G in the treatment of syphilis?
What is the dosing regimen for benzathine penicillin G in the treatment of syphilis?
What is the preferred drug of choice for syphilis?
What is the preferred drug of choice for syphilis?
Which medication is the alternative preferred regimen for chlamydial infection in pregnancy?
Which medication is the alternative preferred regimen for chlamydial infection in pregnancy?
What are the symptoms associated with the primary stage of syphilis?
What are the symptoms associated with the primary stage of syphilis?
