Risk factors and prevalence of symptoms of sexually transmitted infections in Rural Mayan Villages in Guatemala.
Publication Title
Health care for women international
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
7-23-2020
Keywords
diversity/inclusion
Abstract
In this study, we identify and describe the risk factors and symptoms that are suggestive of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in rural Mayan villages of Guatemala. We used the World Health Organization's syndromic guidelines for diagnosis and management of STIs to design questionnaires and to identify STI symptoms among indigenous Mayans who presented to mobile clinics in villages served by Guatemala Village Health (GVH). Symptoms that include abdominal pain or pain on urination, genital discharge, itching and sores were highest among younger participants. Lack of male participation in sexual health matters constitutes an important determinant of risk of exposure.
Area of Special Interest
Women & Children
Specialty/Research Institute
Population Health
Specialty/Research Institute
Obstetrics & Gynecology
