You are preparing a report for your med/surg class on the four main inflammatory disorders of the female reproductive system. You are to compare and contrast these disorders
a. What are the organisms involved?
b. What is the treatment used?
c. What are the signs and symptoms?
d. What methods may help in the prevention of reoccurrence?
Students' answers should include the following:
a. Vaginitis—inflamed vagina
Caused by chemical, mechanical irritants, or infections
Cervicitis—inflammation of the cervix
Caused by microorganisms, decreased estrogen levels, or trauma during insertion of tampons or a gynecologic exam
Pelvic inflammatory disease—inflammation of the pelvic organs and uterus; usually from pathogens entering the cervix from the vagina, most commonly Chlamydia trachomatis and gonococci
Toxic shock syndrome—systemic reaction from toxins from several types of bacteria
b. Topical cream for vaginitis; antibiotics, electrocautery for cervicitis; antipyretics for fever, antibiotics for PID and toxic shock
c. Inflammation, pain, abnormal discharge, itching, burning, and redness
d. Remove the chemical or mechanical irritants or infective agents, increase estrogen levels to normal range, and use preventive measures with sexual contact.
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