What are the 2 strains of Herpes?
HSV-1 and HSV-2
Which strain of herpes commonly causes genital warts?
HSV-2
What is the intubation period of Herpes?
5 days
How can the primary infection of Herpes present?
Severe gingivostomatitis
What does severe gingivostomatitis present with?
Raw gums
Ulcers around mouth
Fever
How else can Herpes present?
- Cold sores
- Painful genital ulceration
- Tender inguinal lymphadenopathy
- Flu-like symptoms.
- Dysuria
Where would lymphadenopathy occur in someone with Herpes?
Inguinal lymph nodes
What can recurrent episodes of Herpes present with?
Neuralgic pain in back, pelvis and legs
How is Herpes typically diagnosed?
Swab- NAAT
What is the medical management of herpes?
Oral acyclovir
What are possible complications of Herpes?
- Autonomic neuropathy (urinary retention)
- Neonatal infection
- Secondary infection
What is the management of a pregnant woman with herpes at greater than 28 weeks?
Caesarean section at term if a primary attack of herpes occurs at greater than 28 weeks gestation
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Vagina candidiasis16
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Bacterial Vaginaosis17
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Chlamydia15
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Herpes12
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Syphilis19
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Emergency Contraception29
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Fitz Hugh Curtis Syndrome1
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Gonorrhoea27
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Trichomoniasis12
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Postpartum Contraception13
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Intrauterine contraceptive22
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Injectable contraceptives12
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Implantable contraceptives16
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Combined oral contraceptive pill22
