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Mycoplasma Genitalium

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Causes: Mycoplasma genitalium bacteria. Symptoms: Urethritis in men, cervicitis and pelvic inflammatory disease in women. Treatment options: Antibiotics (e.g., moxifloxacin, doxycycline).

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Chlamydia

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Causes: Chlamydia trachomatis bacteria. Symptoms: Pain during intercourse, burning sensation during urination, discharge. Treatment options: Antibiotics (e.g., azithromycin, doxycycline).

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Granuloma Inguinale (Donovanosis)

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Causes: Klebsiella granulomatis bacteria. Symptoms: Painless ulcers on the genital area, bleeding during intercourse. Treatment options: Antibiotics (e.g., doxycycline, azithromycin).

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Syphilis

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Causes: Treponema pallidum bacteria. Symptoms: Small sores, skin rashes, swollen lymph nodes. Treatment options: Penicillin G, a form of antibiotics.

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Trichomoniasis

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Causes: Trichomonas vaginalis parasite. Symptoms: Itching or burning in the genital area, genital redness or soreness, unusual discharge. Treatment options: Antibiotics (e.g., metronidazole or tinidazole).

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Lymphogranuloma Venereum (LGV)

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Causes: Chlamydia trachomatis bacteria (specific serovars). Symptoms: Genital ulcers, swollen lymph glands in the groin, rectal inflammation. Treatment options: Antibiotics (e.g., doxycycline).

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Gonorrhea

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Causes: Neisseria gonorrhoeae bacteria. Symptoms: Painful urination, pus-like discharge from the penis or vagina, swollen testicles. Treatment options: Dual therapy with ceftriaxone and azithromycin.

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Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV)

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Causes: Herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) or type 2 (HSV-2). Symptoms: Painful blisters or ulcers at the site of infection, itching. Treatment options: Antiviral medications (e.g., acyclovir, valacyclovir).

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Human Papillomavirus (HPV)

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Causes: HPV infection. Symptoms: Warts on genital area, respiratory tract, or oral region; some types can lead to cancer. Treatment options: Wart removal, HPV vaccine for prevention.

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Hepatitis B

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Causes: Hepatitis B virus (HBV). Symptoms: Yellowing of the eyes/skin (jaundice), abdominal pain, vomiting. Treatment options: Antiviral medications, hepatitis B vaccine for prevention.

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Molluscum Contagiosum

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Causes: Molluscum contagiosum virus (MCV). Symptoms: Painless, firm, and shiny nodules on the skin. Treatment options: Usually resolves without treatment, but cryotherapy or curettage can be used.

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Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)

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Causes: HIV infection. Symptoms: Flu-like symptoms initially, then potentially asymptomatic until progression to AIDS. Treatment options: Antiretroviral therapy (ART).

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Pubic Lice (Crabs)

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Causes: Pthirus pubis infestation. Symptoms: Itching in the genital area, visible lice or nits on pubic hair. Treatment options: Topical insecticides (e.g., permethrin lotion), combing to remove nits.

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Chancroid

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Causes: Haemophilus ducreyi bacteria. Symptoms: Painful ulcers on the genitals, swollen lymph nodes in the groin. Treatment options: Antibiotics (e.g., azithromycin, ceftriaxone).

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Scabies

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Causes: Sarcoptes scabiei mite infestation. Symptoms: Intense itching and a pimple-like skin rash. Treatment options: Scabicides (e.g., permethrin cream), washing of clothes and bedding.

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