Diagnosis and treatment of infectious diseases

Infectious diseases in gynecology can include a wide range of infections, from bacterial and viral to fungal and parasitic diseases. Diagnosis and treatment of such infections is an important part of gynecological practice.

Diagnosis:

1. Medical history and symptoms: The physician collects information about the patient’s complaints, symptoms, and medical history.
2. Physical exam: Includes an internal and external examination of the genitals, which can help identify signs of infection.
3. Laboratory studies: Microbiological studies of vaginal and urethral discharges help to identify the causative agent of the infection.
4. Pelvic USG: sometimes performed to determine changes in the structures of the pelvic organs associated with infectious processes.
5. Serological and molecular tests: Some infectious diseases require specific tests to detect antibodies or genetic components of the pathogen.

Treatment:

1. Antibiotic therapy: If bacterial infections are found, the doctor may prescribe antibiotics to treat them.
2. Antiviral therapy: Some viral infections, such as genital herpes, may require special medications to treat and control symptoms.
3. Antimycotic therapy: For fungal infections such as candidiasis (yeast), antimycotic drugs may be used.
4. Symptomatic treatment: The doctor may prescribe drugs to relieve symptoms such as pain, itching, etc.
5. Relapse Prevention: For some infections, it may be important to control risk factors and maintain a healthy lifestyle to prevent recurrence.
6. Treatment of a partner: For sexually transmitted infections, it is important to treat all sexual partners to prevent recurrence and spread of the infection.