Sexually Transmitted Organisms in Sexually Abused Children

Robinson, Andrew; Watkeys, Jane; Gl, Ridgway

doi:10.1097/00004583-199904000-00031

Cited by 7 publications

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“…In the study by Robinson, all the girls with Neisseria gonorrhoeae or Trichomonas vaginalis had vaginal discharge. 9 Two thirds of those with Chlamydia trachomatis also had a vaginal discharge. Neisseria gonorrhoeae infection produces a purulent, thick yellow discharge.…”

Section: Bacterialmentioning

confidence: 99%

Paediatric vaginal discharge

Makwela

2007

South African Family Practice

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Vaginal discharge in the prepubertal patient is a common symptom, and can be a source of distress for the caregiver and concern for the healthcare worker. Several factors predispose these patients to the development of recurrent vaginal discharge. Unless noticed by the caregiver, this problem can persist for long periods of time. Making a diagnosis in the prepubertal patient requires physician skills different from those required for diagnosis in the adult population. The history may often be difficult to obtain, and at times inaccurate or inconsistent. Common anatomical variants have to be considered during examination. Sexual abuse of children continues to be a serious problem in our society. Vaginal discharge is often the only presenting symptom. A high index of suspicion is required in order to make a diagnosis. Common causes of vaginal discharge in this group of patients will be looked at. Physical examination techniques and treatment of specific causes will not be discussed here.

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Section: Bacterialmentioning

confidence: 99%

Paediatric vaginal discharge

Makwela

2007

South African Family Practice

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“…9 The prevalence of Chlamydia infections seen in children subjected to abuse in this age group is very low. 3,9,10,11 The fact that we have such a low prevalence of infections found at colposcopic examinations may question whether it is relevant at all to test children subjected to sexual abuse.…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Positive Chlamydia Culture With Normal Ano-Genital Findings Following Single Incident of Incestuous Abuse

Matthesen¹,

Rohde²,

Vesterby³

2007

Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology

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“…In females, swab samples for culture should be obtained from the vulva/vagina, rectum, and pharynx. 91 Some studies confirm a relatively low yield for routine screening in asymptomatic prepubertal girls. However, it has been shown that about 0.8% of prepubertal girls and 5% of adolescents will have positive screening test even though they do not report symptoms.…”

Section: Sexually Transmitted Infectionsmentioning

confidence: 99%