Archive for March 27th, 2009
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MUCOPURULENT CERVICITIS: TREATMENT
Treatment of the underlying infection should cure the cervicitis. For bacterial causes, antibiotics (usually chosen to cover gonorrhea and chlamydia) are used. If trichomoniasis is seen or suspected, or if herpes simplex is suspected, treatment is directed toward these organisms. Through careful examination and testing, your health care provider will be able to decide which [...]
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STD HERPES SYMPTOMS: IDENTIFY PROBLEMS
Some symptoms make it hard to distinguish herpes from other infections or problems in the genital area. For example, allergic reactions to soaps or spermicides can cause itching and breaks in the skin of the genital area that can mimic herpes. Genital fungal infections in men can cause red, itchy areas. Many women mistake their [...]
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STD : HOW ARE EPIDIDYMITIS AND PROSTATITIS TRANSMITTED?
These infections are most often caused by bacteria that can be sexually or nonsexually transmitted; less often, they are caused by other pathogens, such as fungi or those that cause tuberculosis. A common myth is that epididymitis and prostatitis are caused by the “back-up” of sperm or urine into the epididymis or prostate, respectively, which [...]
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SEXUAL COMMUNICTION: TALKING ABOUT SEX
Talking about sexual health with a partner shows that you care about yourself and your partner and that you want to share information to safeguard both partners’ health. Your personalities as well as the nature and length of your relationship will have a lot to do with when and how you choose to talk about [...]
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A KEY TO SYMPTOMS IN WOMEN: PELVIC PAIN
Pain in the pelvic area can originate from the pelvic structures themselves, or what may feel like pelvic pain may in fact originate from other structures, such as the intestines. There are various causes of pain in this area. Of these, PID, ectopic pregnancy, and appendicitis are medical emergencies and require immediate attention. Pelvic pain [...]