What is abortion? Induced abortion (sometimes known as termination of pregnancy –TOP) is a procedure undertaken to intentionally end a pregnancy by expulsion or removal of the fetus. Abortion is one of the most commonly undertaken gynaecological procedures.Global overview: The estimated absolute number of abortions worldwide in 2008 was 43.8 million, although obtaining accurate global … Read more
Sexual assault is a major worldwide public health and human rights concern with possibly disastrous short- and long-term effects on mental and physical health. Using rape as a weapon of war to sexual assault occurring within long-term relationships are all examples of sexual violence. Though there is a 20% lifetime risk of sexual abuse against … Read more
First discovered in 1983 in a patient with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDs), the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). One important component of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDs) is infection. With 35.3 million HIV positive individuals globally in 2012, the illness is a serious public health concern. HIV is treatable, albeit incurable, and clinical results are improved by … Read more
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
Syphilis is a preventable and curable bacterial sexually transmitted infection (STI). If untreated, it can cause serious health issues. Many people with syphilis do not have symptoms or do not notice them. Syphilis is transmitted during oral, vaginal and anal sex, in pregnancy and through blood transfusion. In 2008, the WHO said that 10.6 million cases … Read more