Question
A 25-year-old female came with complaints of greenish discharge per vaginum and on examination she had strawberry cervix. Which of the following is the treatment for her:
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Doxycycline
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Amoxicillin
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Fluconazole
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Metronidazole
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Correct Answer � A
Explanation
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Ans. D
The above case suggests Trichomonas vaginalis infection and the treatment of choice is Metronidazole.
- The greenish colored vaginal discharge along with strawberry cervix is characteristic of infection with Trichomonas Vaginalis that can be an STD.
- The treatment regimen includes:
- Metronidazole 2 g single dose / Metronidazole 400 mg BD/TDS * 7 days
- Male partners should be treated in case of recurrent infection.