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Published	06/24/2024	{{c1::Neisseria gonorrhoeae::Which species of Neisseria}} is often found intracellularly in {{c2::neutrophils (PMNs)}}
Published	09/03/2024	{{c1::Fitz-Hugh-Curtis Syndrome}} is a rare complication of {{c3::pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)}} that involves inflammation of the {{c2::liver}} …
Published	06/24/2024	{{c1::Neonatal Conjunctivitis}} is an early ({{c3::2}}-{{c3::5}} days) ocular infection seen in neonates due to {{c2::Neisseria gonorrhoeae}} infectio…
Published	06/24/2024	{{c1::Septic Arthritis}}, most commonly of the {{c1::knee}} is a musculoskeletal complication of Neisseria {{c2::gonorrhoeae}} infection
Published	06/24/2024	Which serotypes of Chlamydia trachomatis are associated with Neonatal Conjunctivitis?{{c1::D-K}}
Published	09/03/2024	{{c1::Neisseria gonorrhoeae}} STI that presents with urethritis, cervicitis, prostatitis and a white, creamy purulent discharge
Published	09/03/2024	What is the etiology of Syphilis?{{c1::Treponema pallidum}}
Published	09/03/2024	Which 2 bacteria are the most common causes of Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)?{{c1::Chlamydia trachomatis}} (subacute; often undiagnosed); {{c2::Ne…
Published	06/24/2024	Which bacteria often causes subacute Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) and hence often goes undiagnosed?{{c1::Chlamydia trachomatis serotypes D-K}}
Published	09/03/2024	{{c1::Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)}} is a genitourinary disorder caused by Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae that present…
Published	09/03/2024	Which 3rd generation Cephalosporin is used to treat meningitis and gonorrhea?{{c1::Ceftriaxone}}
Published	09/03/2024	The treatment for Neisseria gonorrhoeae is {{c1::Ceftriaxone}} + {{c2::azithromycin}} or {{c3::doxycycline}} for possible chlamydia infectio…
Published	06/24/2024	Neisseria {{c1::gonorrhoeae}} does not have a polysaccharide capsule
Published	09/03/2024	What kind of discharge is seen with Gonorrhea? {{c1::Creamy, white, purulent discharge}}
Published	06/24/2024	In addition to Ceftriaxone for Gonorrhea, what other possible co-infection should you treat?{{c1::Chlamydia}}
Published	06/24/2024	"{{c1::Violin-string}} adhesions" to the liver are characteristic of Fitz-Hugh-Curtis Syndrome that arises from disseminated {{c3::Neisseria gonorrhoe…
Published	09/03/2024	Fitz-Hugh-Curtis Syndrome results from the spread of PID (pelvic inflammatory disease) into the {{c1::peritoneum}}
Published	06/24/2024	{{c3::Chlamydia::which STI}} spp. are {{c1::obligate::facultative or obligate}} {{c2::intracellular}} bacteria
Published	06/24/2024	Due to Chlamydia spp. being obligate intracellular bacteria, they gram stain {{c1::poorly::well or poorly}}
Published	06/24/2024	Can Chlamydia spp. produce its own ATP?{{c1::No}}
Published	06/24/2024	1st stage of Chlamydia spp. life cycle: {{c1::elementary}}
Published	06/24/2024	2nd stage of Chlamydia spp. life cycle: {{c1::reticular}}
Published	06/24/2024	Which life cycle stage of Chlamydia spp. is extracellular?{{c1::Elementary body}}
Published	06/24/2024	Which life cycle stage of Chlamydia spp. is intracellular?{{c1::Reticular Body}}
Published	06/24/2024	Which life cycle stage of Chlamydia spp. undergoes replication?{{c1::Reticular Body}}
Published	06/24/2024	Lysis of the cell results in {{c1::Chlamydia}} spp. returning back to the elementary body from the reticular body
Published	06/24/2024	Which form of Chlamydia spp. is infectious?{{c1::Elementary body}}
Published	06/24/2024	Cells infected with Chlamydia spp. will show {{c1::inclusion/reticulate bodies}} under microscope
Published	06/24/2024	What stain is used to visualize Chlamydia spp.?{{c1::Giemsa}}
Published	06/24/2024	{{c2::Chlamydia::which STI}} spp. is commonly diagnosed via {{c1::NAAT nucleic-acid amplification}} test
Published	06/24/2024	What is the most commonly reported bacterial STI in the United States?{{c1::Chlamydia trachomatis Types D-K}}
Published	06/24/2024	Chlamydia {{c4::trachomatis}} has 3 common groups of serotypes: {{c1::Types A, B, C}}; {{c2::Types D-K}}, {{c3::Types L1, L2, L3}}
Published	06/24/2024	Chlamydia trachomatis serotypes {{c1::D-K}} and {{c1::L1-L3}} cause a STI
Published	06/24/2024	{{c3::Chlamydia trachomatis serotypes D-K::which bacteria that causes an STI}} are characterized by a(n) {{c2::watery}} discharge
Published	06/24/2024	{{c1::Neonatal Conjunctivitis}} is a late ({{c3::1}}-{{c3::2}} weeks) ocular infection seen in neonates due to {{c4::Chlamydia trachomatis serotypes D…
Published	06/24/2024	Chlamydia trachomatis serotypes {{c1::D-K}} infected neonates can develop neonatal {{c2::pneumonia}}, with a characteristic {{c3::staccato}} cough and…
Published	06/24/2024	{{c3::Chlamydia trachomatis}} {{c1::serotypes L1, L2, L3}} cause {{c2::Lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV)}}
Published	06/24/2024	Lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV) is characterized by {{c4::late::early or late}} tender {{c3::inguinal lymphadenopathy}}
Published	06/24/2024	Lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV) is characterized by {{c4::early::early or late}} non-tender {{c3::ulcers}} on genitals
Published	06/24/2024	Lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV) is treated with {{c1::doxycycline}}
Published	06/24/2024	What is the most common cause of blindness worldwide?{{c1::Chlamydia trachomatis serotypes A, B, C (aka trachoma)::...aka...}}
Published	06/24/2024	{{c2::Hand}} to {{c2::eye}} contact and {{c3::fomites}} can transmit Chlamydia trachomatis serotypes {{c1::A, B, C (trachoma)}}
Published	06/24/2024	Chlamydia trachomatis can cause {{c1::reactive arthritis (aka Reiter syndrome)}}, most commonly of the {{c2::sacroiliac joint}}
Published	06/24/2024	{{c1::Chlamydophila pneumoniae::Which strain of Chlamydia}} causes {{c2::atypical (walking)}} pneumonia most commonly in the {{c3::elderly::which demo…
Published	06/24/2024	{{c1::Chlamydophila psittaci::Which strain of Chlamydia}} causes {{c2::atypical (walking)}} pneumonia most commonly transmitted by {{c3::bird}} droppi…
Published	06/24/2024	{{c1::Oral}} macrolides must be given to treat trachoma (Chlamydia trachomatis serotype A, B, C)
Published	09/03/2024	Chlamydia infection should be treated as if the patient also has which STI?{{c1::Gonorrhea}}
Published	09/03/2024	Treatment for Chlamydia includes {{c1::azithromycin}} (first-line), {{c2::doxycycline}} (second) and {{c3::ceftriaxone}} for possible concurrent N. go…
Published	09/03/2024	Treponema pallidum is a(n) {{c1::spirochete}} and may be described as "{{c1::spiral-shaped}}"
Published	06/24/2024	{{c1::Darkfield}} microscopy is needed for direct visualization of Treponema pallidum
Published	06/24/2024	{{c1::VDRL}} is the typical screening test used for diagnosing {{c2::Primary}} Treponema pallidum
Published	09/03/2024	{{c1::VDRL}} and {{c3::RPR}} are the typical screening tests used for diagnosing {{c2::Secondary}} Treponema pallidum
Published	06/24/2024	A positive screening test for Treponema pallidum (via VDRL or RPR) is confirmed via {{c1::FTA-ABS (fluorescent treponemal antibody-absorption)}}
Published	09/03/2024	{{c4::Primary syphilis}} is characterized by a(n) {{c1::painless::painless/painful}} {{c2::genital::location}} {{c3::chancre}}
Published	09/03/2024	Secondary syphilis is a(n) {{c1::systemic}} disease, no longer localized to the genital region
Published	09/03/2024	{{c2::Secondary}} syphilis is characterized by a(n) {{c1::maculopapular copper/red rash}} on the palms and soles weeks to months after infection
Published	09/03/2024	{{c2::Secondary}} syphilis presents with {{c1::condyloma lata}}, which are raised, infectious gray-white wart-like lesions on {{c1::mucous}} membranes…
Published	06/24/2024	{{c1::Spirochetes}} of Treponema pallidum can be visualized within {{c2::condyloma lata/latum}} of {{c1::secondary}} syphilis via darkfield microscopy
Published	06/24/2024	{{c1::Gummas}} of {{c2::tertiary}} syphilis are characterized as soft growths with firm {{c3::necrotic}} centers
Published	06/24/2024	{{c1::Gummas}} of tertiary syphilis can occur on the skin, bones or internal organs
Published	09/03/2024	{{c2::Tertiary}} syphilis can present with aortitis, particularly of the {{c1::ascending thoracic aorta}}
Published	09/03/2024	{{c2::Tertiary}} syphilis can present with aortitis, with a characteristic "{{c3::tree-barking}}" appearance
Published	09/03/2024	Tertiary syphilis can present with aortitis, complete with {{c1::aneurysm}} of the ascending aorta due to endarteritis and resultant aortic valve {{c2…
Published	09/03/2024	{{c2::Tertiary}} syphilis destroys the {{c1::vasa vasorum}}, or blood vessels that supply the vessel wall of the aorta
Published	09/03/2024	{{c3::Tertiary}} syphilis can result in {{c1::Tabes Dorsalis}}, or demyelination of the {{c2::dorsal column}} and {{c2::roots}}
Published	06/24/2024	Tabes Dorsalis is characterized by loss of {{c1::proprioception}}, with a "high-stepping" gait and {{c1::foot}}-slapping
Published	06/24/2024	Tabes Dorsalis is characterized by loss of {{c1::deep tendon reflexes (DTRs)}} due to degeneration of the dorsal roots
Published	06/24/2024	Tabes Dorsalis is characterized by {{c1::charcot}} joints due to loss of proprioception
Published	06/24/2024	{{c1::Argyll-Robertson}} pupil is a complication of {{c3::Tertiary}} syphilis where the eye {{c2::accommodates}} to near objects but does NOT react to…
Published	06/24/2024	{{c1::Congenital}} Syphilis is characterized by "{{c2::Saber Shins}}", with an anterior bowing of the tibia
Published	06/24/2024	{{c1::Congenital}} Syphilis is characterized by "{{c2::saddle}}-shaped" nose
Published	06/24/2024	Congenital Syphilis is characterized by {{c1::Hutchinson's}} teeth, or notched-incisors
Published	06/24/2024	Congenital Syphilis is characterized by {{c1::Mulberry}} molars, characterized by enamel outgrowth
Published	06/24/2024	Congenital Syphilis is characterized by congenital {{c1::deafness}} and sensorineural hearing loss due to CN VIII damage
Published	06/24/2024	Congenital Syphilis is characterized by {{c1::rhagades}}, or linear scars at angle of mouth
Published	06/24/2024	What is the treatment for all stages of Syphilis?{{c1::Benzathine Penicillin G (intramuscular)}}
Published	06/24/2024	Administration of {{c3::Penicillin}} for {{c1::Syphilis}} may lead to the {{c2::Jarisch-Herxheimer}} reaction
Published	06/24/2024	The Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction is a response to the release of endotoxin-like factors from the lysis of {{c1::Treponema pallidum}} organisms that man…
Published	06/24/2024	Congenital Syphilis is characterized by {{c1::rhinitis aka "snuffles"::... aka ...}}, or nasal discharge with spirochetes
Published	09/03/2024	{{c1::Pelvic inflammatory}} disease can result in fallopian tubal scarring, which is a major risk factor for {{c2::ectopic}} pregnancies and infertili…
Published	06/24/2024	The chancroid seen in {{c2::Haemophilus ducreyi}} is {{c1::painful::painful or painless}}
Published	06/24/2024	Is Treponema pallidum visible with staining?{{c1::No*}}
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