Author: Richard Ketcham
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How is epididymitis treated?
What is the treatment for epididymitis? Treatment for epididymitis includes treating the underlying infection and relieving symptoms. Common treatments include: Antibiotics given for 4 to 6 weeks for chronic epididymitis may include doxycycline and ciprofloxacin. Over-the-counter (ibuprofen) or prescription (codeine or morphine) pain relievers; non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as piroxicam or ketorolac; Bed rest; Additional…
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Sex helps love
Believe it or not, sex helps love. They say that relationships that start with sex have no future and at least one of the partners does not take the other seriously. Of course, there is a lot of truth in the fact that no sparks of love can definitely fly out of casual sex with…
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Gonorrhea – how is it characterized in men?
How does gonorrhea affect men Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted infection that can cause very serious complications if left untreated but can be cured with the right medication. Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted disease that affects both men and women. The infectious agent, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, targets warm, moist areas of the human body, including: Urethra…
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How is genital herpes treated?
Genital herpes – what are its symptoms and how is it treated? Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted infection that, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), occurs in 13% of adults of reproductive age. It is mainly caused by herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2), less commonly by herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1).…
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Tips for Good Urological Health
5 tips for good urological health A healthy diet can help maintain urological health. For example, it is well known that drinking enough water reduces the risk of urinary tract infections. Careful control of what foods you eat can help you maintain a healthy weight, which can reduce your risk of urinary tract cancers. Many…
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Sexually transmitted diseases
Sexually transmitted diseases – trichomoniasis and the consequences associated with it Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted infection that is characterized by an increased risk of contracting other sexually transmitted diseases such as chlamydia, gonorrhea, HIV and is associated with cervical carcinogenesis. Another characteristic of trichomoniasis is that it increases the risk of postpartum and postoperative…
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Genital tract infections in summer
How to protect yourself from genital tract infections in summer? Summer is the season of the year during which there is an increased frequency of vaginal and urinary tract infections, the most common during this period are fungal infections, vaginitis, urethritis, cystitis, and the frequency of sexually transmitted diseases also increases. The reason for this…
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Gonorrhoea in women
Gonorrhoea in women – symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment Gonorrhoea is a sexually transmitted infection of the mucous membranes caused by the gram-negative diplococcus species Neisseria gonorrhoeae. The infection is mainly transmitted sexually, but if left untreated, it can also be transmitted to the fetus during vaginal delivery and cause gonococcal conjunctivitis or systemic infection. N.…