Hundreds of millions of individuals worldwide suffer from a class of infectious disorders known as viral hepatitis. There are now five recognized viruses: A, B, C, D, and E.In the context of SRH, this chapter will examine hepatitis A, B, and C.Since acute viral hepatitis infection frequently shows no symptoms, it is underdiagnosed. It is … Read more
Anogenital dermatoses are included Lichen sclerosus (LS),Lichen planus (LP),Lichen simplex (LS),Dermatitis, Lichen simplex (LS),Psoriasis and Premalignant conditions. Lichen sclerosus (LS) Itching and soreness are secondary symptoms of vulvar lichen sclerosus (LS), a chronic skin disorder affecting the vulva (the skin surrounding the vaginal opening) and anus. Aetiology: inflammatory condition of unknown cause. Linked to autoimmune … Read more
Pediculosis pubis (Pubic lice) and Genital scabies are the cause of genital infestations. An infestation is an invasion of insects on a place like a house or an attack by insects on a plant. Pediculosis pubis (Pubic lice) The crab louse Phthirus pubis causes an infestation known as pediculosis pubis, sometimes referred to as pubic lice. … Read more
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 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