Infestations of the Reproductive Organs

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

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