Risk factors associated with a high incidence of sexually transmitted infections in Beitbridge, Zimbabwe

Background and Objectives: Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is the most common cause of vaginal discharge in the world. The study aimed to estimate the prevalence and to identify risk factors associated with bacterial vaginosis. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in Ouro Preto, Brazil, between February and December 2017. Three hundred and forty-one women aged 18 years or older, users of the Brazilian Unified Health System, participated in this study. Women who used oral or topical antibiotics in the four weeks prior to the sample collection and women who had undergone a total hysterectomy were excluded from the study. After signing the Informed Consent Form and filling out a questionnaire containing sociodemographic, behavioral and sexual data, the participants were directed to the collection room, where the nurse collected the samples for the preventive examination of the cervix and also two vaginal swabs. Vaginal swabs and cervical samples were analyzed for cytological abnormalities and BV using Gram staining and cytology. Pathogens causing sexually transmitted infections (STIs) were identified by Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR). For the analysis of the data, statistical package STATA version 10.0 was used. This study was approved by the Research Ethics Committee of the Federal University of Ouro Preto (UFOP). Results: During the study, 341 women were evaluated. The prevalence of BV using Gram staining (32.5% [CI95% 27.7=37.7%]) and cytology (27.7% [CI95% 23.0=32.8%]) was similar, however, the sensitivity of cytology was lower (77.8%). Risk factors associated with BV were smoking (IRR 1.5[CI95%: 1.1 = 2.1]), use of an intrauterine device (IRR 2.8 [CI95%: 1.2 = 6.5]), and past medical history of BV (IRR 1.5 [CI95%: 1.1 = 2.1]). Correlation between the presence of BV and Trichomonas vaginalis (TV) infection (r=0.24) was observed. Conclusion: The prevalence of BV was affected by life habits and was prevalent in women with TV. Thus, behavioral and social prevention approaches to women with diverse risk profiles may help mitigate TV/BV prevalence and recurrence of BV.

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Trichomonas vaginalisinfection in Nigerian pregnant women and risk factors associated with sexually transmitted infections

International Journal of STD & AIDS ◽

10.1177/0956462415611292 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 27 (13) ◽

pp. 1187-1193 ◽

Cited By ~ 5

Author(s):

Oyetunde T Oyeyemi ◽

Olamide Fadipe ◽

Ifeoluwa T Oyeyemi

Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Pregnant Women ◽

Sexually Transmitted Infections ◽

Sexually Transmitted ◽

Factors Associated

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Risk factors associated with sexually transmitted infections among HIV infected men who have sex with men

PLoS ONE ◽

10.1371/journal.pone.0170635 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 12 (2) ◽

pp. e0170635 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

Yun Xian ◽

Bowen Zhu ◽

Xuan Zhang ◽

Ping Ma ◽

Ye Wei ◽

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Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Sexually Transmitted Infections ◽

Sexually Transmitted ◽

Factors Associated ◽

Sex With Men

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Risk Factors Associated with HIV, Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI), and HIV/STI Co-infection Among Youth Living in the Slums of Kampala, Uganda

AIDS and Behavior ◽

10.1007/s10461-019-02444-5 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 24 (4) ◽

pp. 1023-1031 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Rachel Culbreth ◽

Monica H. Swahn ◽

Laura F. Salazar ◽

Lynnette A. Ametewee ◽

Rogers Kasirye

Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Sexually Transmitted Infections ◽

Sexually Transmitted ◽

Factors Associated

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Risk factors associated with sexually transmitted infections and HIV among adolescents in a reference clinic in Madrid

PLoS ONE ◽

10.1371/journal.pone.0228998 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 15 (3) ◽

pp. e0228998 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Oskar Ayerdi Aguirrebengoa ◽

Mar Vera Garcia ◽

Montserrat Rueda Sanchez ◽

Giovanna D´Elia ◽

Belén Chavero Méndez ◽

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Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Sexually Transmitted Infections ◽

Sexually Transmitted ◽

Factors Associated

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Transactional Sex between Men and Its Implications on HIV and Sexually Transmitted Infections in Nigeria

Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases ◽

10.1155/2017/1810346 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 2017 ◽

pp. 1-7 ◽

Cited By ~ 4

Author(s):

Eniola A. Bamgboye ◽

Titilope Badru ◽

Afolabi Bamgboye

Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Sexually Transmitted Infections ◽

Sexual Behaviors ◽

Male Partner ◽

Hiv Prevalence ◽

Transactional Sex ◽

Sexually Transmitted ◽

Factors Associated ◽

Increased Risk ◽

Sex With Men

Introduction. Men who have transactional sex with men (MTSM) are known to be at higher risk for HIV and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). This study explored the risk factors associated with STI symptoms and HIV prevalence among men who have transactional sex with men in Nigeria. Methods. In 2014, a cross-sectional study, using respondent driven sampling technique, was carried out to recruit 3,172 MSM across eight states in Nigeria. Relevant information on sociodemographic characteristics, sexual behaviors, and self-reported symptoms of STI was obtained. Bivariate and multivariate analysis was performed to identify risk factors for STI symptoms and HIV. Results. 38.2% of the MSM were involved in transactional sex. Prevalence of self-reported STI symptoms was higher among MTSM than other MSM, while HIV prevalence was higher among other MSM than MTSM. Identified factors associated with STI symptoms and HIV among MSTM were being single, alcohol consumption, oral sex, and history of rape by a male partner. Conclusion. Sexually transmitted infections are a significant challenge to men who have transactional sex with men. Adolescents and single men are more at risk of these infections. Youth empowerment needs to be invested on to avoid increased risk among these groups of people.

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