Category: STDs

Table of Contents Introduction Origins of the Study Ethical Issues of the Experiment Legacy of the Study References Introduction Tuskegee Syphilis Study was a series of experiments conducted on unaware African Americans with the goal of uncovering medical evidence of racial disparities. Not only were the researchers driven by racial prejudice, but they also manipulated…

Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a viral infection passed from one person to the other through contact with the skin. More than 100 varieties of HPV exist, with about 40 being transmitted through sexual contact. HPV passed through sexual intercourse can affect the mouth, throat, and genitals (Chaturvedi et al. 265). The Centers for Disease Control…

Table of Contents Abstract Hypothesis/Aims/Objectives Sample Size and Type Design of the Study/Study Level Data Collection Instruments Procedure Statistical Analysis Conclusion Quality of the Study References Critique is an analytical process that aims to identify strengths and weaknesses of a study in an objective manner. Given that a study comprises abstract, hypothesis, aims, questions, sampling,…

Introduction Herpes simplex virus 2 (HSV-2) is a virus that causes genital herpes. It belongs in the same genus and family with herpes simplex virus 1. The virus has several mechanisms that enhance its virulence. Its interaction with the immune system is complex, thus rendering the development of a vaccine difficult. Treatment involves the administration…

Table of Contents Introduction Problem Statement Background Landscape Options Recommendations References Introduction HPV is the designation given to a group of pretty prevalent viruses. There are many different forms of HPV, some of which are considered high risk because they have been related to cervical cancer, anal cancer, genital cancers, and head and neck cancers.…

When explaining the results of an antibody test to a patient, I would start by defining the tests purpose. First, I would clarify that two different herpes simplex virus (HSV) antibody tests are needed to identify the area affected by the virus. HSV-1 mostly affects the lips and involves only 13% of the spread of…

The pathophysiologic instruments of chlamydial contagion are not implicit comprehensively. Chlamydia contaminates columnar epithelial cells that put the pubescent woman at actual danger due to the occurrence of the squamocolumnar intersection on the ectocervix waiting for the premature maturity. The original reaction of epithelial cells to the contagion is a neutrophilic permeation, trailed by lymphocytes,…

An appropriate research question to be used in the study is the following one: What is the efficacy of HPV vaccination in reducing the prevalence of HPV infections in adolescent females? In order to address this research question, it seems relevant to apply an observational design rather than an experimental one. An observational design would…

Table of Contents Subjective Data Objective Data Assessment Plan of Care Evaluation of Priority Diagnosis Facilitators and Barriers Conclusion References The priority diagnosis is Chlamydia trachomatis, a widespread disease that can hurt the reproductive health of the patient. The disease can go unnoticed but can cause severe damage to the reproductive system of a woman.…

Table of Contents Symptoms Prevention measures Treatment Patient education plan for Chlamydia Trachomatis References   Chlamydia Trachomatis(male) Bacterial vaginosis(female) Medications Azithromycin  is taken orally, usually 1 g in a single dose.Doxycycline is another pill that is taken orally. A patient is prescribed to take 100 mg orally twice a day for 7 weeks (Understanding…