Clinical features, diagnosis and management of COVID-19 patients in the outdoor setting

Non-gonococcal urethritis (NGU) is caused by Chlamydia trachomatis in 11–50% of cases, but Mycoplasma genitalium is being increasingly recognized as a common cause. Mycoplasma genitalium is not as well understood, and experience with treatment is limited; however, antibiotic resistance is already a problem. Asymptomatic in up to 20% of men, symptoms include dysuria and urethral discharge. Mucopurulent cervicitis is the female equivalent, but is less well defined. This chapter describes the aetiology, clinical features, complications, and investigations and management of NGU, and mucopurulent cervicitis. Management of recurrent and persistent urethritis is also covered, including a separate section for diagnosis and management of Mycoplasma genitalium.

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Specific genitourinary situations

Oxford Handbook of Genitourinary Medicine, HIV, and Sexual Health ◽

10.1093/med/9780198783497.003.0006 ◽

2019 ◽

pp. 81-116

Keyword(s):

Sexual Health ◽

Clinical Features ◽

Diagnosis And Management ◽

Genitourinary Medicine

This chapter summarizes clinical features, causes, diagnosis, and management of different groups of presentations or situations that need to be managed in genitourinary medicine or sexual health settings. Algorithms are provided for the different topics covered. The topics are listed at the beginning of the chapter.

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Fragile X syndrome

InnovAiT Education and inspiration for general practice ◽

10.1177/1755738020958183 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 13 (12) ◽

pp. 712-716

Author(s):

Rebecca Dunphy

Keyword(s):

Primary Care ◽

Learning Disability ◽

Fragile X Syndrome ◽

Clinical Features ◽

Neurodevelopmental Disorders ◽

Fragile X ◽

Healthcare Services ◽

Diagnosis And Management ◽

Genetic Causes

Fragile X syndrome is one of the most common genetic causes of learning disability. Patients with this and other neurodevelopmental disorders will often present to primary care before a diagnosis is made, and this can be challenging and worrying for patients and other carers. These patients may face a number of barriers in accessing healthcare services including communication, behavioural and sensory difficulties. It may be difficult to understand whether symptoms are part of their condition or because of a comorbidity that needs to be addressed. Input from families and carers can be vital in helping with diagnosis. This article aims to outline the key clinical features, diagnosis and management of this syndrome.

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Tuberculous and Fungal Peritonitis in Patients Undergoing Continuous Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis

Peritoneal Dialysis International ◽

10.1177/089686080702702s45 ◽

2007 ◽

Vol 27 (2_suppl) ◽

pp. 263-266

Author(s):

Lui Sing Leung ◽

Chan Tak Mao ◽

Lai Kar Neng ◽

Wai Kei Lo

Keyword(s):

Peritoneal Dialysis ◽

Clinical Features ◽

Continuous Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis ◽

Fungal Infections ◽

Fungal Peritonitis ◽

Diagnosis And Management

Tuberculous and fungal infections are two relatively uncommon but important causes of peritonitis in patients undergoing continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD). The clinical features, diagnosis, and management of these two special forms of CAPD-related peritonitis are highlighted in this article.

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