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Aug 10, 2007 -
Since things are heating up everywhere these days, I thought it might be the time to tell you to cool down a little bit and play smart. Yep, it is time to fill you in on a fairly common STI (sexually transmitted infection - it not a disease since it is curable), Trichomoniasis. Tricky to say maybe, but not tricky to prevent!
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Apr 27, 2007 -
Since Spring has arrived and romance is in the air, I thought I'd take the time to talk about Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs). Not your favorite topic, I know, but definitely worth knowing about.
STI stands for "sexually transmitted infection."
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Sep 03, 2008 -
Overview
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- Causes, incidence, and risk factors
- Symptoms
- Signs and tests
- Treatment
- Expectations (prognosis)
- Complications
- Calling your health care provider
- Prevention
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Normal uterine anatomy (cut section)
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Definition
Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted disease caused by the parasite Trichomonas vaginalis.
Alternative Names
Trichomonas vaginitis; Trich
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Trichomoniasis is found worldwide. In the United States, the highest number of cases are seen in women between age 16 and 35.
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Sep 04, 2008 -
Overview
- Definition
- Alternative Names
- Considerations
- Common Causes
- Home Care
- Call your health care provider if
- What to expect at your health care provider's office
- References
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Female reproductive anatomy
Vaginal discharge
Uterus
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Definition
Vaginal discharge refers to secretions from the vagina. Such discharge can vary in:
- Consistency (thick, pasty, thin)
- Color (clear, cloudy)
- Smell (normal, odorless, bad odor)
Alternative Names
Discharge from the vagina
Considerations
Having some amount of vaginal discharge is normal, especially if you are of childbearing age. Glands in the cervix produce a clear mucus.
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Sep 04, 2008 -
Overview
- Definition
- Alternative Names
- How the test is performed
- How to prepare for the test
- How the test will feel
- Why the test is performed
- Normal Values
- What abnormal results mean
- What the risks are
- Special considerations
Illustrations
Male urinary system
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Definition
Leukocyte esterase is a urine test to look for white blood cells and other signs associated with infection.
Alternative Names
WBC esterase
How the test is performed
A clean catch urine sample is needed. See: Urine specimen - clean catch
How to prepare for the test
No special preparation is necessary for this test.
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Sep 03, 2008 -
Overview
- Definition
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- Causes, incidence, and risk factors
- Symptoms
- Signs and tests
- Treatment
- Expectations (prognosis)
- Complications
- Calling your health care provider
- Prevention
Illustrations
Female perineal anatomy
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Definition
Vulvovaginitis is inflammation or infection of the vulva and vagina.
Alternative Names
Vaginitis; Vaginal inflammation; Inflammation of the vagina
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Vulvovaginitis can affect women of all ages and is extremely common. It can be caused by bacteria, yeasts, viruses, and other parasites.
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Sep 03, 2008 -
Overview
- Definition
- Causes, incidence, and risk factors
- Symptoms
- Signs and tests
- Treatment
- Expectations (prognosis)
- Complications
- Calling your health care provider
- Prevention
Illustrations
Male reproductive anatomy
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Definition
Acute prostatitis is an inflammation of the prostate gland that develops suddenly.
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Acute prostatitis is usually caused by a bacterial infection of the prostate gland. Any organism capable of causing an urinary tract infection (UTI) is also capable of causing acute bacterial prostatitis, including enterococci, Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumonia, Proteus mirabilis, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Staphylococcus aureus.
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