A 22-year-old cisgender woman is diagnosed with cervical gonorrhea during routine STI screening. She tested negative for Chlamydia trachomatis and is asymptomatic. Her medical history is notable for an anaphylactic reaction to ceftriaxone one year ago. Her last menstrual period was 9 days ago, and a urine pregnancy test is negative. She takes no daily medications and is otherwise healthy. What is the most appropriate treatment for her gonococcal infection? Doxycycline 100 mg orally twice a day for 7 days Azithromycin 2 grams orally in a single dose Cefixime 800 mg orally in a single dose Gentamicin 240 mg IM in a single dose plus azithromycin 2 grams orally in a single dose
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