[Question #13540] Unclear and need to move on
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4 hours ago
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Hello,
Few days ago, I posted a question and the thread 13531 got closed saying that i did two follow up, however i just did one follow up, (you can verify.)
Now I don't mind purchasing another question to mark my second follow up for peace of mind, and then you may close it after, but please answer all the questions. I would really appreciate it and be grateful if you can answer my questions.
My second follow up would be :
1.I understand that Hemophilus ducreyi is not the same as Chancroid however both can be transmitted sexually, if so, why h. Ducreyi is not an sti but chancroid is ?
2. Is testing recommended to prevent asymptomatic Hemophilus Ducreyi?
3. In thread 13517 you said ‘’ Chancroid definitely is NOT "one of those infection you need to test for to be sure you don't have it." If you don't have open genital sore (ulcers), you do not have chancroid and do not need testing for it. Period, no exceptions.’’ Is this statement the same for Hemophilus ducreyi?
4. I Asked ChatGPT : So what if H. ducreyi is present but there is no chancroid? * he answered that If Haemophilus ducreyi is present but there are no genital sores, then: * It is not considered an STI in that situation. — is this statement correct?
End of questions.
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H. Hunter Handsfield, MD
26 minutes ago
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I'm sorry you're back. All these questions were addressed in your two previous threads or the answers are obvious from those discussions. If you were hoping for a second opinion from Dr. Hook it was pointless. We have been close colleagues for decades and his and my views and forum advice never differ from one another. In addition, such repeat questions are not permitted. Therefore my replies are brief and there will be no opportunity for discussion.
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1. As discussed previously, there is no research information or clear understanding about the frequency or importance of asymptomatic H. ducreyi and how often it might be sexually acquired. No authorities or agencies list asymptomatic infection as an STI because there are no data.
2. No.
3. Yes.
4. That's exactly the same as in my previous replies was, so of course I agree. So would Dr. Hook.
As noted above there is a forum policy against repeated questions on the same topic, especially when anxiety driven or driven by compulsion as yours obviously have been. This being your third on H. ducreyi and chancroid, it must be your last. Repetitive questions may be deleted without reply and without refund of the posting fee. The forum sponsor doesn't want repeated payment for questions already answered or whose answers are obvious from previous discussions and repeated answers tend to prolong rather than relieve anxiety. In addition, such questions have reduced educational value for other users, one of the forum's goals. Thank you for your understanding.
HHH, MD
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