MIMS Education

Approach to Diagnosis and Management of Vaginal Discharges

Approach to Diagnosis and Management of Vaginal Discharges

Family MedicineGeneral PracticeInternal MedicineInfectious DiseasesObstetrics And Gynaecology
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Overview

About this course

Abnormal vaginal discharge is the most frequently encountered symptom in gynecology. This clinical presentation is usually associated with vaginitis that occurs in bacterial vaginosis, trichomoniasis, and vulvovaginal candidiasis. On the other hand, mucopurulent cervicitis is caused by common bacterial pathogens, Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhea. To accurately diagnose and effectively manage vaginitis and cervicitis, it is important to differentiate the causes and identify accompanying signs and symptoms of these conditions.

This e-learning module distinguishes the clinical features, diagnostic methods, and treatment plans of different diseases manifesting with abnormal vaginal and cervical discharge, including recurrent bacterial vaginosis, trichomoniasis, and vulvovaginal candidiasis.

Learning outcomes

At the end of the lecture, one must be able to differentiate, diagnose, and manage:

  • The common diseases presenting with vaginal discharge
  • The less common conditions presenting with vaginal discharge
  • The common diseases causing cervical discharge

Topics covered

  • Introduction: Normal Vaginal Secretions vs Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
  • Vaginitis
    • Common Diseases Causing Vaginal Discharge
    • Less Common Conditions Causing Vaginal Discharge
  • Cervicitis

1 CPD Point Available

  • Score at least 80% in the True or False quiz.

Keywords: vaginal discharge, vaginitis, cervicitis, trichomoniasis, bacterial vaginosis, candidiasis, vaginitis management, cervicitis management

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