Monday, 12 May 2014
HOW TO ERADICATE GONORRHOEA FROM THE SOCIETY
Gonorrhoea- a veneral disease associated with gonococci microorganism named Neisseria
Gonorrhoea. It is commonly transmitted by bacteria sexual transmitted disease that can be contacted
by male and female.
Any form of sexual transmitted disease are passed from one person to another during close intimacy.
I this infection is diagnosed earlier it can be managed and prevented. The following step should be
taking to eradicate gonorrhoea from the society:
-Treatment of both the patient and its partner to avoid the spread of the infection to second party
even
to third party if they are not faithful to each other.
-Avoid sexual intercourse during treatment for total healing of the infection and to prevent the spread.
-Abstinence
-Having monogamous relationship and let your partner do test or regular gonorrhoea screening
-Consistent and proper use of latex condom will reduce the transmission of both STD virus and
bacteria infections.
-Antibiotics usage after changes of sexual partner.
Conclusively, abstinence is the real solution and protective measure to eradicate gonorrhoea from
our society and if one get married you should stick with your partner after both of you have under
gone STD screening test to avoid the danger ahead.
Friday, 18 April 2014
THE TREATMENT AND MANAGEMENT OF GONORRHOEA
Gonorrhea can be treated and cured. Main aim is to treat the patients and its
sexual partners. In adults gonorrhea is treated with an antibiotic which could be oral or through
an injection.Complete usage of the prescribed dosage is important though you may be whole before
the drug finished. Don't involve in self medication or other person prescription. Your own may be hard in treatment as a result of
drug-resistant of Neisseria Gonorrhoea, of the medications known as
cephalosporins which is recommended by the Disease Control Centre and Prevention in treating
uncomplicated type of gonorrhea.
Both partner must be treated. Your partner must gets tested and
treated. Both partner will receive same treatment. Which lead to further spread of
the disease.
If your STD screening results show clear indications of some STD, normal to
feel embarrassed and disturbed, it is doctor that will explain to you what type
of an STD you have and how to get best treatment, get in touch with all
the sexual partners you have the past six months and explain your treatment schedule. Never
allow embarrassment to stop you from informing them, as ignorance leads
to proliferation of the infections. It is also important that you restrain from multipe sex partner
and avoid sex until you are whole.
Resistance strains of gonorrhoea makes the treatment of the complicated infection which is common
in the USA and around the globe. Being the best, as well as the safest.
visit a private STD clinic to seek help for this kind of health problem. Health care provider
is the perfect person to look up to as assistance in facing this disease.Watch out for the symptoms,
blind eye and tell tale signs in your body will show for this type of sexually
transmitted disease could cost you your life Gonorrhea. It is caused by a
bacterialknown as Neisseria Gonorrhoeae.
sexual partners. In adults gonorrhea is treated with an antibiotic which could be oral or through
an injection.Complete usage of the prescribed dosage is important though you may be whole before
the drug finished. Don't involve in self medication or other person prescription. Your own may be hard in treatment as a result of
drug-resistant of Neisseria Gonorrhoea, of the medications known as
cephalosporins which is recommended by the Disease Control Centre and Prevention in treating
uncomplicated type of gonorrhea.
Both partner must be treated. Your partner must gets tested and
treated. Both partner will receive same treatment. Which lead to further spread of
the disease.
If your STD screening results show clear indications of some STD, normal to
feel embarrassed and disturbed, it is doctor that will explain to you what type
of an STD you have and how to get best treatment, get in touch with all
the sexual partners you have the past six months and explain your treatment schedule. Never
allow embarrassment to stop you from informing them, as ignorance leads
to proliferation of the infections. It is also important that you restrain from multipe sex partner
and avoid sex until you are whole.
Resistance strains of gonorrhoea makes the treatment of the complicated infection which is common
in the USA and around the globe. Being the best, as well as the safest.
visit a private STD clinic to seek help for this kind of health problem. Health care provider
is the perfect person to look up to as assistance in facing this disease.Watch out for the symptoms,
blind eye and tell tale signs in your body will show for this type of sexually
transmitted disease could cost you your life Gonorrhea. It is caused by a
bacterialknown as Neisseria Gonorrhoeae.
HOW TO PREVENT GONORRHOEA
HOW TO PREVENT GONORRHOEA
The use of contraceptive is the only form of prevention that hinder someone from contracting such
infections. The rising figures of sexually transmitted infection especially over the summer
periods are a worrying trend considering the numbers affected by HIV and the numbers
estimated to have HIV who have not yet been diagnosed. Furthermore, the number of people
getting tested for HIV is relatively low. When getting tested after sexual intercourse, even at the
end of a long term partnership, one should get tested for viruses like HIV and the likes.
The only way you can protect yourself from being infected with STD is to know your sexual
partner's sexual and its medical history. Before you engage in a sexual activity
with the chosen partner, it is vital that you gain knowledge about his or her current medical state.
You as an adult have the right to know if your partner has a type of STD. Some types of STDs
are accompanied by clear and visible signs such as rash, sores, discharges, and redness around
the genital area. In order to be fully protected, you can suggest your partner that you go together
to be checked for some types of STDs. This is the first and the most important step in having a
good sexual health. A healthy sexual life paves the way for a healthy sexual relationship.
The use of contraceptive is the only form of prevention that hinder someone from contracting such
infections. The rising figures of sexually transmitted infection especially over the summer
periods are a worrying trend considering the numbers affected by HIV and the numbers
estimated to have HIV who have not yet been diagnosed. Furthermore, the number of people
getting tested for HIV is relatively low. When getting tested after sexual intercourse, even at the
end of a long term partnership, one should get tested for viruses like HIV and the likes.
The only way you can protect yourself from being infected with STD is to know your sexual
partner's sexual and its medical history. Before you engage in a sexual activity
with the chosen partner, it is vital that you gain knowledge about his or her current medical state.
You as an adult have the right to know if your partner has a type of STD. Some types of STDs
are accompanied by clear and visible signs such as rash, sores, discharges, and redness around
the genital area. In order to be fully protected, you can suggest your partner that you go together
to be checked for some types of STDs. This is the first and the most important step in having a
good sexual health. A healthy sexual life paves the way for a healthy sexual relationship.
Friday, 11 April 2014
WAYS OF CONTACTING GONORRHOEA
Gonorrhea is a common disease that can be acquire through sexual intercourse,
mouth, or anus. Any sexually active person can contact it through this means. We can have it through
mother to child transfer during child delivery. It show its face in some men as sign or symptoms
two to five days of infection but can also take as long as 30 days which include sensational burning
when passing out urine or a white, yellow, or green discharge from penis. It may be a
swollen testicles. Some have no symptoms
.
For some infected women there is no sign or symptoms while its glaring in others. Those woman
that has symptoms, can be non-specific which may be easily mistaken as some
vaginal or bladder infection
STD Diseases are specific type of diseases passed from one person to another with a close intimacy
contact. Even though there are types of STDs that
are not accompanied by visible or obvious signs nor symptoms, the diseases are serious and can
lead to a great number of health complications if they are not diagnosed on time. If the diseases
are left untreated, then they can lead to the development of other health issues that can result in
permanent consequences. The most common types of STDs in the 21st century are HPV,
chlamydia, HIV, and genital herpes. The STDs that are triggered by a certain type of bacteria
such as gonorrhoea, syphilis, and chlamydia can be cured with the right antibiotic treatment,
however, genital warts and herpes, HIV and Hepatitis B are infections caused by viruses, and
these viruses cannot be eradicated from the body. However, if the infection is diagnosed on time,
then the symptoms can be managed or even prevented
mouth, or anus. Any sexually active person can contact it through this means. We can have it through
mother to child transfer during child delivery. It show its face in some men as sign or symptoms
two to five days of infection but can also take as long as 30 days which include sensational burning
when passing out urine or a white, yellow, or green discharge from penis. It may be a
swollen testicles. Some have no symptoms
.
For some infected women there is no sign or symptoms while its glaring in others. Those woman
that has symptoms, can be non-specific which may be easily mistaken as some
vaginal or bladder infection
STD Diseases are specific type of diseases passed from one person to another with a close intimacy
contact. Even though there are types of STDs that
are not accompanied by visible or obvious signs nor symptoms, the diseases are serious and can
lead to a great number of health complications if they are not diagnosed on time. If the diseases
are left untreated, then they can lead to the development of other health issues that can result in
permanent consequences. The most common types of STDs in the 21st century are HPV,
chlamydia, HIV, and genital herpes. The STDs that are triggered by a certain type of bacteria
such as gonorrhoea, syphilis, and chlamydia can be cured with the right antibiotic treatment,
however, genital warts and herpes, HIV and Hepatitis B are infections caused by viruses, and
these viruses cannot be eradicated from the body. However, if the infection is diagnosed on time,
then the symptoms can be managed or even prevented
Monday, 31 March 2014
WHAT IT MEANS-GONORRHOEA
Definition
It is an acute veneral disease caused by a gonococci microorganism called Neisseria Gonorrhoeae.
Occurrence/Incidence:- It can affect both sexes but more severe in males than in females. New born
babies are not exempted.
Incubation Period:- Usually between 2 and 5 days but may be as long as 10-14 day
Mode of spread
⦁ Coitus
⦁ Child birth/Parturition causing opthalmia neonatorum
⦁ Rarely through formities
There are two types of gonorrhoea
⦁ Acute gonococci Infection
⦁ Chronic gonorrhoea
Acute infections- clinical manifestation
In men
⦁ Painful micturition
⦁ Urethral pain
⦁ Purulent discharge
In women
⦁ Urethra and Cervix become infected first
⦁ Produced purulent vagina discharge
⦁ Bartholiritis
⦁ Some women show no sign of infection
⦁ Pelvic pain
Clinical Features
⦁ Acute arteritis referred to as gonococci rheumatism
⦁ Iritis and Conjunctivitis
It is an acute veneral disease caused by a gonococci microorganism called Neisseria Gonorrhoeae.
Occurrence/Incidence:- It can affect both sexes but more severe in males than in females. New born
babies are not exempted.
Incubation Period:- Usually between 2 and 5 days but may be as long as 10-14 day
Mode of spread
⦁ Coitus
⦁ Child birth/Parturition causing opthalmia neonatorum
⦁ Rarely through formities
There are two types of gonorrhoea
⦁ Acute gonococci Infection
⦁ Chronic gonorrhoea
Acute infections- clinical manifestation
In men
⦁ Painful micturition
⦁ Urethral pain
⦁ Purulent discharge
In women
⦁ Urethra and Cervix become infected first
⦁ Produced purulent vagina discharge
⦁ Bartholiritis
⦁ Some women show no sign of infection
⦁ Pelvic pain
Clinical Features
⦁ Acute arteritis referred to as gonococci rheumatism
⦁ Iritis and Conjunctivitis
THE MANAGEMENT OF GONORRHOEA
Management
Acute gonorrhoea can be treated as outpatient placed on broad spectrum antibiotics with the calcium
citrate. 1. Tugamycin 2. Injection Gentamycin 280mg/2mls 3. Tab Septrin500mg 8hrly 4. Mist
Potassium citrate 5. Analgesics
Chronic gonorrhoea
⦁ Admission
⦁ Isolation
⦁ Routine care
⦁ Copius fluid intake
Chemotherapy:- Appropriate antibiotics after medication. When there is structure, a type of surgery
known as Bougination is performed periodically. In acute urinary retention, supra-pubic cystostomy
may be performed. 1. To drain the urine and to allow time for clearing the urethra.
Complications
In men
⦁ Urinary structure
⦁ Orchitis
⦁ Chronic prostatis
In women
⦁ Chronic inflammation of vagina, cervix and fallopian tube.
⦁ These are some of the reasons why some women suffer infertility
The common complications to both sexes. Gonorrhoea arteritis and Gonorrhoea endocarditis
Control:-Treat the patient and the contact (sexual partner)
Health Education:-Using the media such as radio, TV, newspapers then campaign in market places
and men converge/clusters.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS WITH DIAGNOSIS
Signs and Symptoms of Chronic Gonorrhoea
The following symptoms are common with male:
⦁ Urethra Structure
⦁ Retention of urine
⦁ Chronic prostatitis and abscess
In female
⦁ Salpingitis can lead to infertility.
⦁ Pelvic Infection i.e. pelvic inflammation
Diagnosis
⦁ Bacteriological examination- through urine microscopy
⦁ High vagina swab or smear to find out the aetiological factor
⦁ Culture and Sensitivity for appropriate antibiotics
The following symptoms are common with male:
⦁ Urethra Structure
⦁ Retention of urine
⦁ Chronic prostatitis and abscess
In female
⦁ Salpingitis can lead to infertility.
⦁ Pelvic Infection i.e. pelvic inflammation
Diagnosis
⦁ Bacteriological examination- through urine microscopy
⦁ High vagina swab or smear to find out the aetiological factor
⦁ Culture and Sensitivity for appropriate antibiotics
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