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An Investigation Of Oral Sex As A Risk Factor For Recurrent Vaginitis: A Case Study, Humza M. Baig, Kate B. Barker, Joy Zarandy
An Investigation Of Oral Sex As A Risk Factor For Recurrent Vaginitis: A Case Study, Humza M. Baig, Kate B. Barker, Joy Zarandy
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Background:
Recurrent Vaginitis is defined as having three or more confirmed episodes within a year. Recurrence rates of vaginitis have been reported in up to 60% of previously infected women. The most common bacterial cause is due to Gardnerella vaginalis, while Candida albicans is the most common fungal cause; both microorganisms can cause opportunistic infections when imbalances occur in the vaginal environment. Commonly known risk factors include multiple sex partners, unprotected sex, douching, recent antibiotic use, and estrogen therapy.
Case Presentation:
A healthy 34-year-old female is complaining of recurrent episodes of vaginitis since the birth of her son two years …