Janet M. Towns

Infectious Disease Specialist

Female📍 Carlton

About of Janet M. Towns

Janet M. Towns is an Infectious Disease Specialist based in Carlton, VIC, working from 580 Swanston Street, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia. She helps people deal with infections that can affect the skin, the genitals, and the wider reproductive system.


Her clinical work covers conditions like syphilis, gonorrhea, and genital herpes. She also looks after issues such as cervicitis, urethritis, and balanitis. At times, she manages infections that can spread further, including pelvic inflammatory disease and peritonitis. She may also support care for secondary peritonitis, along with ongoing symptoms that come from these infections.


In many cases, patients come in because they’ve had new symptoms, a recent test result, or a concern that won’t go away. Other people may be dealing with something that has happened before, or they need help understanding what’s going on and what to do next. Janet’s approach is practical and calm, focusing on getting the right diagnosis and then putting a clear plan in place.


As an infectious disease doctor, her training is built around infection care and how different germs can cause different problems. That includes working out likely causes, making sense of test results, and choosing treatments that fit the situation. Over time, she helps patients get back on track, including advice on what to watch for after treatment.


She also treats a range of viral and skin-related infections such as molluscum contagiosum and monkeypox. Fitz-Hugh-Curtis syndrome is another condition she works with, which can be painful and stressful for patients. Having someone who understands how these infections link together can make a real difference.


If you’re looking for help with an infection-related issue, Janet M. Towns works from her Carlton rooms and focuses on giving care that’s direct, honest, and easy to follow. Education and research details aren’t listed here, and no specific clinical trials are mentioned for her work at this time.

Services & Conditions Treated

SyphilisFitz-Hugh-Curtis SyndromeBalanitisCervicitisGenital HerpesGonorrheaMolluscum ContagiosumMonkeypoxPelvic Inflammatory DiseasePeritonitisSecondary PeritonitisUrethritis

Publications

1 total

Accuracy of symptom checker for the diagnosis of sexually transmitted infections using machine learning and Bayesian network algorithms.

BMC infectious diseases • September 21, 2024

Frequently Asked Questions

What conditions do you treat?
Dr Janet Towns, an Infectious Disease Specialist, treats conditions including syphilis, gonorrhea, genital herpes, urethritis, cervicitis, balanitis, molluscum contagiosum, monkeypox, pelvic inflammatory disease, peritonitis and related infections.
What services do you offer?
She provides care for a range of infectious diseases and sexually transmitted infections, including evaluation, diagnosis and management of these conditions.
Where is Dr Janet Towns based?
Her clinic is located at 580 Swanston Street, Carlton, VIC 3053, Australia.
Do you treat sexually transmitted infections?
Yes. The practice covers conditions such as syphilis, gonorrhea, genital herpes, urethritis and cervicitis, among others.
Who is Dr Janet Towns and what is her specialty?
Dr Janet Towns is an Infectious Disease Specialist focused on diagnosing and managing infectious diseases and related conditions.
What kinds of infections or conditions might lead to a referral to Dr Towns?
People may be referred for assessment and treatment of infections like syphilis, gonorrhea, genital herpes, pelvic inflammatory disease, peritonitis and other complex infectious diseases.
How do I arrange an appointment?
To arrange an appointment, please contact the Carlton area clinic serving the address above to book a consult with Dr Towns.