NURS 3404 Chapter Notes - Chapter 53-54: Granuloma Inguinale, Streptomycin, Granuloma
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Men: small red bump on their genitals (may form on any area of the genitals, including the penis and scrotum) that may change to an open sore within a day or two and is frequently painful. Women: may develop four or more red bumps on the labia, between the labia and anus, or on the thighs; may experience a burning or painful sensation during urination or bowel movements. Men: many asymptomatic, initial site of infection is urethra, dysuria, purulent urethral discharge, or epididymitis. Women: most asymptomatic or have minor symptoms, increased vaginal discharge, dysuria, frequency of urination, or bleeding after sex, redness and swelling can occur at the cervix or urethra along with purulent exudate. Rectal (both): mucopurulent rectal discharge, bleeding, pain, pruritis, and painful bowel movements. Oropharyngeal (both): few if any symptoms, sore throat. Chancroid may also spread from skin-to- skin contact with an infected person. Medication: antibiotics to kill the bacteria that are causing ulcers.
