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Sexually Transmitted Diseases

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As part of our commitment to resident education, Cutis is excited to offer this monthly section with board-relevant, easy-to-review material.

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are common. Some of them are related to sexual behavior. In general, there is correlation of STDs and human immunodeficiency virus. If STDs are not treated promptly and correctly, they can produce long-term complications, mainly when they occur in pregnancy. This fact sheet offers a comprehensive review of the etiology, clinical findings, and management of common STDs.

4. A 22-year-old pregnant woman develops a painless indurated ulcer on the vagina. What is the treatment of choice?

a. azithromycin

b. ceftriaxone

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c. doxycycline

d. penicillin G

e. TMP-SMX