A broad papule, or confluence of papules equal to or greater then 1 cm; Plaque an elevated, plateau-like lesion greater in its diameter than in its depth (i.e. psoriasis). A condition in a woman's ovaries or adrenal glands produce more Polycystic Ovarian male hormones than normal, possibly resulting in the development of Syndrome/Disease cysts (fluid-filled sacs) on the ovaries. Women who are obese are more likely to have PCOS. Women with PCOS are at increased risk of (PCOS/PCOD) developing diabetes and heart disease. A preventative medical treatment started immediately after a high-risk exposure to a pathogen such as HIV to prevent infection and Post-Exposure development of the disease. To be effective PEP for HIV must be taken Prophylaxis (PEP) within 72 hours of exposure and consists of 2-3 antiretroviral medications taken for 28 days. A preventative medical treatment used before exposure to a disease Pre-Exposure causing agent to prevent rather than treat or cure a disease. PrEP most Prophylaxis (PrEP) commonly refers to an HIV-prevention strategy that uses antiretroviral medications to protect high-risk HIV-negative people from acquiring HIV. Pruritus Sensation that causes the desire or reflex to scratch; itchiness. The crab louse (Pthirus pubis), also known as the pubic louse, is a tiny insect that is an obligate ectoparasite of humans. It is typically found in the pubic hair, but may also live on other areas of coarse hair, including the eyelashes. They cannot jump and feed exclusively on blood. They Lice are spread through sexual contact as well as when infested bed sheets, clothing, or towels are shared. Females lay 3 eggs a day and the eggs take 6-8 days to hatch. Itching is the main symptom of pubic lice. Skin may be irritated, and a rash may develop from extensive scratching and digging. Pubic lice can be treated with a medicated shampoo. Purulent Producing or containing pus. Pustule A small circumscribed elevation on the skin containing pus.
Plaque A broad papule, or confluence of papules equal to or greater then 1 cm; an elevated, plateau-like lesion greater in its diameter than in its depth (i.e. psoriasis). Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome/Disease (PCOS/PCOD) A condition in a woman's ovaries or adrenal glands produce more male hormones than normal, possibly resulting in the development of cysts (fluid-filled sacs) on the ovaries. Women who are obese are more likely to have PCOS. Women with PCOS are at increased risk of developing diabetes and heart disease. Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) A preventative medical treatment started immediately after a high-risk exposure to a pathogen such as HIV to prevent infection and development of the disease. To be effective PEP for HIV must be taken within 72 hours of exposure and consists of 2-3 antiretroviral medications taken for 28 days. Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) A preventative medical treatment used before exposure to a disease causing agent to prevent rather than treat or cure a disease. PrEP most commonly refers to an HIV-prevention strategy that uses antiretroviral medications to protect high-risk HIV-negative people from acquiring HIV. Pruritus Sensation that causes the desire or reflex to scratch; itchiness. Lice The crab louse (Pthirus pubis), also known as the pubic louse, is a tiny insect that is an obligate ectoparasite of humans. It is typically found in the pubic hair, but may also live on other areas of coarse hair, including the eyelashes. They cannot jump and feed exclusively on blood. They are spread through sexual contact as well as when infested bed sheets, clothing, or towels are shared. Females lay 3 eggs a day and the eggs take 6-8 days to hatch. Itching is the main symptom of pubic lice. Skin may be irritated, and a rash may develop from extensive scratching and digging. Pubic lice can be treated with a medicated shampoo. Purulent Producing or containing pus. Pustule A small circumscribed elevation on the skin containing pus.
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