Anogenital warts and human papillomavirus infection

The human papillomavirus (HPV) that is spread through vaginal contact is the most common sexually transmitted virus in the world. Anogenital warts, also known as condylomata acuminata or genital warts, cause a lot of pain and illness and cost a lot of money to treat. Aetiology and epidemiology Diagnosis First invitation (age) 25 years Routine … Read more

Molluscum Contagiosum

Molluscum contagiosum virus (MCV), a big DNA Pox virus of the Molluscipox genus.Four subtypes of the molluscum contagiosum virus are known, and the are MCV-1 (98% of cases) is mostly seen in children, while MCV-2 is mainly responsible for skin lesions in people living with HIV. Impacted Populations:Children and Infants: Not sexually transmitted; impacts the … Read more

Epididymo orchitis and sexually acquired reactive arthritis

Epididymo-orchitis is an inflammation of the epididymis (the tube which stores and transports sperm) and/or testicle (testis). In adults, epididymo-orchitis is usually due to infection, most commonly from a urine infection or a sexually transmitted infection. A course of antibiotic medicine will usually clear the infection. Full recovery is usual. Epididymo-orchitis complications are uncommon. Epididymitis … Read more

Genital Ulcers and Tropical Infections

A geneital ulcer is defined as a discrete mucosal or cutaneous discontinuity involving the genitals, perinium, or surrounding tissues, in the presence of otherwise normal skin and mucous membranes. Uvulitis, a type of skin or mucous membrane breach, can develop anywhere in the anogenital area. The aetiology of these conditions can be either infectious or non-infectious. The majority … Read more

Genital Sores

Genital herpes is a STI caused by the herpes simplex viruses (HSV) that are transferred through sexual contact. It results in the formation of herpetic sores, which are painful blisters that have the potential to rupture and release fluid. It is a chronic viral infection that is characterized by periods of inactivity and subsequent reactivation. … Read more