Acute Gonococcal Cervicitis C0153195
A sexually transmitted infection of the cervix causing discharge and pain. Treated with antibiotics; partner treatment is essential.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- N50.9
- ICD-11
- GA00.0
- Body system
- reproductive
- Severity
- moderate
- Chronic
- false
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Warning signs - seek immediate care
Cervical motion tenderness
Generalized symptoms
(reproductive)Noticeable symptoms that may vary in intensity over time.
Frequency: Varies
Mucopurulent vaginal discharge
(reproductive)Intermenstrual bleeding
(reproductive)Lower abdominal pain
(reproductive)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Behavioral and nutritional therapy
Treatment options should be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider.
Ceftriaxone injection
Single-dose ceftriaxone intramuscular injection provides rapid bactericidal coverage against Neisseria gonorrhoeae and is the cornerstone of uncomplicated gonococcal infection treatment.
Azithromycin
Single-dose azithromycin is added as dual therapy to address potential co-infection with Chlamydia trachomatis and provide backup coverage if ceftriaxone resistance is suspected.
Additional treatment options
Sexual abstinence and partner notification
Complete sexual abstinence until treatment completion and partner notification for testing and presumptive treatment prevents reinfection and community transmission.
lifestyleTest of cure
Follow-up nucleic acid amplification testing approximately 2 weeks post-treatment confirms eradication of infection and identifies potential treatment failure or reinfection.
monitoringDiagnostic culture and susceptibility testing
Culture with antibiotic susceptibility testing provides critical data for monitoring gonococcal resistance patterns and guiding treatment in cases of treatment failure.
procedureWhen to seek medical help
Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Workowski KA, Bachmann LH, Chan PA, et al. Sexually Transmitted Infections Treatment Guidelines, 2021. MMWR Recomm Rep. 2021.
Unemo M, Seifert HS, Hook EW 3rd, Hawkes S, Ndowa F, Dillon JA. Gonorrhea. Nat Rev Dis Primers. 2019.
Kirkcaldy RD, Weinstock HS, Moore PC, et al. The Efficacy and Safety of Gentamicin Plus Azithromycin and High-Dose Ceftriaxone for the Treatment of Gonorrhea: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Clin Infect Dis. 2021.
Pozniak A, Saunders J, Russell J, et al. Treatment of uncomplicated gonococcal infections: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Int J STD AIDS. 2020.
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