Chlamydial Caused by chlamydia, as in chlamydial urethritis. A secondary disease or condition that can arise if a disease is not treated. Comprehensive care Treatment of STD that also includes education, for behaviour change and partner referral and care. Congenital syphilis Syphilis passed from the mother to the child during pregnancy. Conjunctivitis Inflammation of the mucous membrane of the eyes and eyelids.
Culture techniques Growing microorganisms in sterile culture medium so that they can be identified.
Direction One of the six verbal communication skills, asking the patient to focus on one idea at a time. Dysuria Painful or difficult urination. The measure of how effective a treatment is. Empathy One of the six verbal communication skills, expressing your understanding of the patient's situation as a way to encourage him or her to express concerns. The study of the incidence, distribution and causes of a disease or infection in a population.