Diagnosis and Treatment of Gonorrhea

Authors

Paul A. Kvale

Abstract

The various methods for diagnosis of gonorrhea are reviewed. Gram-stained smear of urethral exudate in the mate is appropriate, but for the female emphasis is placed on the use of culture on Thayer-Martin medium. Currently effective modalities of treatment are detailed, pointing out that higher doses of antibiotics are generally required for females with pelvic inflammatory disease than for males with acute gonococcal urethritis. The necessity for follow-up is also discussed.

Recommended Citation

Kvale, Paul A. (1971) "Diagnosis and Treatment of Gonorrhea," Henry Ford Hospital Medical Journal : Vol. 19 : No. 2 , 83-90.
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