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11/06/2011

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Term
What is atrophic vaginitis?
Definition
produced by a hypoestrogenic state in females (most common cause is menopause)
Term
Management of atrophic vaginitis
Definition
water soluble lubricants
topical oestrogens
oral/transdermal/combo estrogens
Term
Special population to keep AV in mind
Definition
postpartum women and women who breastfeed b/c they are in a hypoestrogenic state and present with s/s
Term
Number one cause of vaginal discharge in women of childbearing age is
Definition
bacterial vaginosis
Term
Amsel diagnostic criteria for BV (need 3 of the 4)
Definition
homogenous, thin, white discharge
presence of clue cells on microscopy
pH of vag fluid >4.5
fishy odor or positive whiff
Term
Treatment for BV
Definition
-Metronidazole 500 mg po bid x 7 days
-Metronidazole gel 0.75% one full applicator (5 g) intravaginally once a day for 5 days
-Clindamycin cream 2% one full applicator intravaginally at bedtime for 7 days
Term
HSV virologic tests
Definition
cell culture and PCR
Term
Management of HSV genital herpes
Definition
Acyclovir 400 mg po tid x 7-10 days
Acyclovir 200 mg po 5x/day x 7-10 days
Famciclovir 250 mg po tid x 7-10 days
Valacyclovir 1 g po bid x 7-10 days
Term
Treatment for BV in pregnancy
Definition
-Metronidazole 500 mg po bid x 7 days
-Metronidazole 250 mg po tid x 7 days
-Clindamycin 300 mg po bid x 7 days
Term
Most genital HSV infections are from
Definition
HSV 2
Term
What is the leading cause of transmission of HSV?
Definition
asymptomatic shedding aka virus can be shed even when there is no current outbreak
Term
Suppressive HSV therapy
Definition
Acyclovir 400 mg po bid
Famiciclovir 250 mg po bid
Valacyclovir 500 mg po qd
Valacyclovir 1 g po qd
Term
Episodic outbreaks
Definition
-Give pt. rx for this w/initial outbreak
-educate to take when feeling tingling/burning/itching (prodromal sx)
-often comes back in the same spot
-many same medication just different dosage and time needed to medicate
Term
Treatment of HSV during pregnancy
Definition
-Acyclovir can be used
-If HSV + at first OB visit --> suppressive therapy at 36 wks
-If any thought of active HSV infection the patient will not be able to delivery vaginally b/c it causes blindness in neonate
Term
Cause of condyloma acuminata
Definition
HPV
90% are c/b types 6 & 11
Term
PE findings for condyloma acuminata
Definition
-cauliflower like , flat, papular
-pt. may indicate itching, burning, painful intercourse
-can be found anywhere in the vagina, anus, mouth, but most commonly found around the introitus
Term
How is condyloma acuminata dx
Definition
by visual inspection and history
Term
Treatment of condyloma acuminata
Definition
-Warts can resolve on their own
-Gardasil for prevention
Term
Patient applied tx for condyloma acuminata
Definition
-Podofilox 0.5% solution/gel --> applied bid x 3 days
-Imiquimod 5% cream --> apply at bedtime for up to 16 weeks
-Imiquimod 3.5% cream --> daily application for up to 8 weeks
-Sinecatechins 15% ointment --> tid for no longer than 16 weeks; not for immunocompromised pts.
Term
Provider administered tx for condyloma acuminata
Definition
-Cryotherapy w/liquid nitrogen
-Podophyllin resin 10-25% (not recommended for vaginal use)
-Trichloracetic acid (TCA)or Bichloracetic acid (BCA) 80-90% --> common and use vaseline around the ward
-Surgical removal
Term
PE findings indicative of gonorrhea infection
Definition
-purulent cervical discharge
-skene/bartholin gland inflammation
-cervical inflammation
-PID
Term
Labs for Gonorrhea
Definition
Nucleic acid amplification tests (NAATs)
Term
Treatment for Gonorrhea
Definition
-Ceftriaxone (Rocephin) 250 mg IM OR Cefixime 400 mg po
AND (if chlamydia infection)
-Azithromycin 1 g po OR Doxycycline 100 mg po bid x 7 days
Term
F/U for Gonorrhea dx
Definition
3 months
Term
Treatment of Gonorrhea in pregnancy
Definition
Cephalosporin or azithromycin 2 g po
tx is essentially to prevent opthalmia neonatorum
Term
PE findings/ sx of chlamydia infection
Definition
-vaginal discharge
-pain with urination
-increased urination
-pain during sex
-pelvic or abdominal pain
-sore throat
-mouth sores
-irregular bleeding
Term
Labs for Chlamydia infection
Definition
-NAAT (Gold Standard)
-Culture
-ELISA
-DFA
-Nucleic Acid Hybridization Test
Term
Treatment for Chlamydia
Definition
-Azithromycin 1 g po
-Doxycycline 100 mg po bid x 7 days
Term
Treatment of Chlamydia infection in pregnancy
Definition
Azithromycin 1 g po
Amoxicillin 500 mg po tid x 7 days
Term
Treatment education for chlamydia infection
Definition
-abstain from sex for 7 days from beginning of treatment
-all sexual partners in last 60 days need to be tested and treated
Term
F/U for pregnant woman w/chlamydia infection
Definition
3-4 weeks after treatment has finished --> test of cure
Term
Most common curable STI
Definition
trichomonas
Term
PE findings for Trich
Definition
-strawberry cervix/vagina
-copious, thin, yellow, green, frothy discharge
-ph > 4.5
-dysuria
-increased urinary frequency
Term
Dx of trich
Definition
Microscopy --> need to see them moving
Culture
Rapid antigen/Nucleic Acid Testing
Term
Treatment for Trich
Definition
Metronidazole 2 g po
OR
Tinidazole 2 g po
Term
Lactation during tx of trich
Definition
w/hold BF during treatment and for 12-24 hours after last dose
Term
What is syphilis
Definition
STI c/b Treponema Pallidum
Term
PE findings indicative of syphilis
Definition
Chancre --> painless, indurated lesions
Term
Labs for syphilis
Definition
RPR
VDRL
Term
Tx for syphilis even in pregnancy and w/allergic rxn
Definition
-PCN
Term
F/U for syphilis
Definition
q 6-12 months
Term
What condition will lead to false positive RPR
Definition
Lupus
Term
What is molluscum contagiosum
Definition
benign viral infection of the skin that is spread by skin to skin contact
Term
PE finding of molluscum contagiosum
Definition
central umbilicated lesions
Term
Dx of molluscum contagiosum
Definition
typically made by clinical appearance
Term
tx of molluscum contagiosum
Definition
-the lesions are self limiting so they will clear on their own in 6-12 months
-Mechanical methods --> curettage, cryotherapy, or laser ablation
-Chemical methods --> topical agents for acne or warts or oral meds can be used
Term
Causative agent of syphillis
Definition
Treponema pallidum
Term
Transmission of syphillis
Definition
-direct contact during vaginal, anal,and or oral sex w/a sore
-entry in subQ tissue by microscopic abrasions
Term
Clinical symptoms of Primary Syphillis
Definition
Chancre
Lymphadenopathy
Term
Time after exposure: primary syphillis
Definition
9-90 days
Term
Clinical symptoms of Secondary Syphillis
Definition
Membrane lesions
Diffuse rash
Patchy alopecia
Condylomata lata (highly infectious)
CNS sx
Fever, malaise
Sore throat
Muscle aches
Weight loss
Term
Time after exposure: Secondary syphillis
Definition
6 weeks-6 months
Term
Clinical symptoms of latent syphillis
Definition
usually none and not infectious
Term
Time after exposure: Latent syphillis
Definition
3 months-years
Term
Clinical symptoms of tertiary syphillis
Definition
CNS sx
chest pain
cough
nodules/ulcers
gummas
bone destruction
arthritis
myalgia
Term
Time after exposure: tertiary syphillis
Definition
years
Term
Clinical symptoms of neurosyphillis
Definition
seizures
ataxia
aphasia
paresis
hyperreflexia
cognitive changes
visual changes
hearing changes
neuropathy
Term
Time after exposure: neurosyphillis
Definition
any stage
Term
Diagnosis of Primary and Secondary Syphillis
Definition
Dark field microscopy
FVDRL, RPR
Term
Diagnosis of Latent and Tertiary Syphillis
Definition
FVDRL
RPR
Term
Diagnosis of Neurosyphillis
Definition
CSF examination of cell count
protein
VDRL
Term
Treatment for Primary and Secondary Syphillis
Definition
Penicillin G 2.4 million units IM x 1
Term
Treatment for Latent and Tertiary Syphillis
Definition
Penicillin G 2.4 million units IM x 3
Term
Treatment of Neurosyphillis
Definition
Penicillin G via IV + Probenecid
Term
Complications of Syphillis
Definition
meningitis
Jarisch-Herxheimer rxn
increased risk of HIV transmission
Term
Pregnancy complications of syphillis
Definition
transmission to fetus
premature labor
stillbirth
Term
Treat any sexual partners in the last how many days w/a syphilis infection?
Definition
90 days
Term
Causative agent of Gonorrhea
Definition
Neisseria gonorrhoeae
Term
Transmission of gonorrhea
Definition
contact w/penis, vagina, mouth, anus
Term
Clinical Symptoms of gonorrhea
Definition
dypareunia
leukorrhea
Change in discharge (purulent)
Unilateral labia swelling/pain
Lower abdominal pain
Menstrual irregularities
Rectal pain/discharge
dysuria
fever
N/V
joint pain/swelling
Term
Diagnosis of Gonorrhea
Definition
Culture
Nucleic Acid Hybridization
NAAT
Term
Complications of Gonorrhea
Definition
PID
Increased risk of HIV transmission
Pelvic/Bartholin's abscess
DGI: bacteremia, pustules, arthritis
Term
Treatment of Gonorrhea
Definition
Ceftriaxone 125 mg IM x 1 (Preferred tx)
Cefixime 400 mg po x 1
Term
Causative agent of Trichomonas
Definition
Trichomonas vaginalis
Term
Transmission of Trich
Definition
type of vaginitis
Term
Clinical Sx of Trich
Definition
85% asymptomatic
profuse, frothy-green discharge
fishy odor discharge
pruritis
lower abd tenderness
dysuria
dyspareunia
strawberry cervix
CMT
Term
Diagnosis of Trich
Definition
Culture
pH discharge > 4.5
Saline wet prep: motile trichomonads
Positive whiff test
Term
Complications of Trich
Definition
Increased risk of HIV transmission
PID
PROM PTL
Term
Pregnancy complications of gonorrhea
Definition
Blindness, Joint or Blood infection in baby
Term
Pregnancy complications w/Trich
Definition
PROM
Low birth weight
Pneumonia
Term
Causative agent Chlamydia
Definition
Chlamydia trachomatis
Term
Transmission Chalmydia
Definition
Oral, anal and vaginal intercourse
Term
Clinical sx Chlamydia infection
Definition
often asymptomatic
dysuria, polyuria
mucoid/purulent discharge
CMT
Adnexal tenderness
Term
Diagnosis Chlamydia
Definition
NAAT
EIA
Urine sample
Term
Complications Chlamydia
Definition
PID
infertility
ectopic pregnancy
cervicitis
increased risk of HIV transmission
Term
Pregnancy complications Chlamydia
Definition
conjunctivitis in newborns
pneumonia in newborns
Term
Treatment for Trich
Definition
Metronidazole 2 g po x 1
Metronidazole 500 mg bid x 7d
Tinidazole 2 g po x 1
Term
Treatment PID
Definition
Ceftriaxone 250 mg IM x 1 +
Doxycline 100 mg po bid x 14d +
Metronidazole 400 mg po bid x 14d
Term
Treatment of Chlamydia
Definition
Azithromycin 1 g po x 1
Doxycycline 100 mg po bid x 7d (no preg)
Amoxicillin 500 mg po bid x 7d (preg)
Term
Causative agent Molluscum Contangiosum
Definition
molluscum contangiosum virus
Term
Transmission MC
Definition
sexual or direct skin to skin contact
Touching objects in contact w/lesions
spread by scratching/touching lesions
Term
Clinical Sx MC
Definition
Small papules w/umbilicated centers
Central area of lesion cheesy discharge
Term
Diagnosis of MC
Definition
clinical presentation and physical exam
Term
Complications of MC
Definition
giant lesions
inflamed red sores
scarring
Term
Pregnancy complications of MC
Definition
Vaginal birth CI
Podophyllotoxin CI in pregnancy
Term
Treatment MC
Definition
Cryotherapy, surgical/laser removal
Curreting lesions
Oral Cimetidine
Topical Podophyllotoxin cream
Topical Podopfilox
Topical Imiquimod
Term
Tranmission of Herpes
Definition
most easily spread during active outbreak
skin to skin contact
genital to genital contact
Oral to genital contact
anal to genital contact
Term
Clinical Sx of Herpes
Definition
genital pain
dyspareunia
dysuria
itching/burning at site
fatigue, fever, HA, myalgia
swollen nodes
tender lesions
Term
Diagnosis of herpes
Definition
Culture of lesion during vesicular stage
Term
Complications herpes
Definition
pneumonitis
hepatitis
Disseminated infection
Encephalitis, meningitis
Term
Pregnancy complications of herpes
Definition
C/S if outbreak during labor
Tx w/ acyclovir and valacyclovir in last few weeks of pregnancy
Term
Treatment for Primary infection of herpes
Definition
Valacyclovir 1 g po bid x 7-10d
Acyclovir 400 mg po tid x 7-10d
Acyclovir 200 mg po 5x/day x 7-10d
Famcyclovir 250 mg po tid x 7-10d
Term
Treatment for Recurrent Herpes
Definition
Acyclovir 800 mg tid x 2 d
Acyclovir 800 mg bid x 5 d
Acyclovir 400 mg tid x 5 d
Famcyclovir 125 mg po bid x 5 d
Famcyclovir 1 g po bid x 1 d
Valacyclovir 1 g po x 5 d
Valacyclovir 500 mg bid x 3-5 d
Term
Treatmeant for Suppressive Herpes
Definition
Valacyclovir 500 mg po qd
Valacyclovir 1 g po qd
Acyclovir 400 mg po bid
Famcyclovir 250 po bid
Term
Causative agent of condylomata acuminata
Definition
HPV 6, 11, 42, 43, 44
Term
Clinical sx condylomata acuminata
Definition
flesh colored papillary swellings
pruritis
postcoital bleeding
Term
Diagnosis condylomata acuminata
Definition
by physical exam and inspection
Term
Complications from condylomata acuminata
Definition
cervical cancer
Term
pregnancy complications from condylomata acuminata
Definition
podophylling tx CI
cryotherapy and acetic acid safe
rapid proliferation of lesions
Term
Tx for condylomata acuminata: patient applicable
Definition
Bathe w/oatmeal solution
keep clean, dry and cotton underwear
-Imiquimod 5% cream HS 3x/week wash off with soap and water after 6-10 hours
-Podofilox 0.5% apply to warts bid x 3 days then no tx x 4 days and repeat up to 4 times
Term
Tx for condylomata acuminata by provider
Definition
cryotherapy 1-2 weeks
Trichloroacetic acid q week
Bichloroacetic acid q week
surgical/laser lesion
Term
Causative agent of BV
Definition
overgrowth of normal hydrogen peroxide producing lactobacilli
Term
Risk factors for BV
Definition
Multiple sex partners
douching
lesbian partners
lack of vaginal lactobacilli
previous hx of BV
Term
Clinical Sx of BV
Definition
fishy odor
increased, thin, white/gray discharge
urinary discomfort
50% asymptomatic
Term
Diagnosis of BV
Definition
Amsel Criteria
-white, adherent discharge
-wet mount w/KOH; + whiff test OR clue cells
-pH >4.5
Term
Complications of BV
Definition
LBW
PTL
Miscarriage
Chorioamnionitis/Postpartum endometritis
PID
Increased risk of HIV transmission
Term
Treatment BV
Definition
Metronidazole
500 mg po bid x 7 days
250 mg po tid x 7 days
0.75% gel 1 app qd x 5d
Clindamycin
2% cream 1 app qHS q 7 d
Term
Causative agent of VVC
Definition
candida albicans
Term
Risk factors for VVC infection
Definition
Repeated antibiotic use
Pregnancy
Diabetes, Obesity
Use of corticosteroids
Hx of douching
Multiple sex partners
Tight fitting clothing
Term
Clinical sx of VVC
Definition
pruritis
painful urination
dryness
dyspareunia
thick, lumpy white discharge
Term
Diagnosis of VVC
Definition
KOH wet prep shows yeast or hyphae OR
+ culture
pH normal or < or equal to 4.5
Term
Treatments of VVC
Definition
-Probiotics
-Clotrimazole (Preg!)
100 mg IT per vagina HS x 7 d
2T per vagina HS x 3 d
1% cream: 1 app HS x 7d
-Miconazole
100 mg per vagina HS x 7d
200 mg per vagina HS x 3 d
2% cream 1 app per vagina HS x 7d
1200 mg vaginal suppository x 1
Diflucan
150 mg po x 1
Term
Risk factors PID
Definition
Previous STIs
History of PID or BV
Multiple partners
Douching
Insertion of IUD
Term
Clinical Sx PID
Definition
lower abdominal pain
heavy discharge w/odor
irregular bleeding
dyspareunia
dysuria
fever, fatigue, diarrhea, vomiting
asymp. w/no pain is most common = chlamydia
Term
Diagnosis PID
Definition
-min. criteria: uterine tenderness OR adnexal tenderness OR CMT
Term
HPV risk factors
Definition
young age
multiple sex partners
immunosuppressed
uncircumcision
Term
Gardasil protects against what HPV types
Definition
6,11,16,18
Term
Vaccine schedule for HPV vaccine
Definition
2nd vaccine 2 months after the 1st
3rd vaccine 6 months after the 1st
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