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The way people create social connections and access information has been altered greatly by technology in recent decades. Online browsing of visual profiles has become a common means for seeking potential partners for both short- and long-term relationships. Little is known, however, about how people prioritize mate quality information while viewing online profiles. Using eye-tracking methods and self-report, this study investigated how people evaluated profile-based facial attractiveness and text-based financial resources information, represented by income and occupation. Heterosexual male and female participants, aged between 18 and 27 years, viewed opposite-sex profiles while their eye-movements were recorded using a remote eye-tracking camera. In line with current theory, resources information had little effect on men's overall attention to women's faces, whereas women's overall attention to men's faces varied depending on the level of income and occupation. Women evaluated men's faces more when income and occupation were low, regardless of attractiveness. Unexpectedly, however, men marginally increased their attention toward unattractive women who showed a high-level of income and more esteemed occupation. Men self-reported a higher interest in women for a short-term relationship and women self-reported a higher interest in men for a long-term relationship. This work provides a foundation to further examine how people browse profile-based information and to investigate the mate selection process, with real-world implications for online dating app users, profile design, and content.

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Visual Attention to Evolutionarily Relevant Information by Heterosexual Men and Women While Viewing Mock Online Dating Profiles.

Author(s):
Gale M; Torbay R; Lykins AD

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This study looked at how people check out online dating profiles using their eyes. It found that men mostly look at women's faces, while women pay more attention to men's jobs and money, especially if it’s low. Surprisingly, men looked more at women with good jobs and money, even if they weren't very attractive.

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pubmed id: 39009742 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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Older lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, and queer (LGBTQ) individuals tend to live alone, mostly without children and with scarce support from nuclear family members or biological kin. Moreover, traditional resources may not suit their specific end-of-life care needs. While studies have examined these topics in general, they lack focus on end-of-life needs, care, and planning in Israel. Moreover, research on this topic among members of LGBTQ communities is specifically lacking. This study, therefore, aimed at identifying and understanding the attitudes, perceptions, and meanings of older LGBTQ individuals in Israel regarding their needs and challenges, as they age and near end of life. The phenomenological qualitative research methodology was applied, following the interpretive approach. Twenty-one middle-aged and older LGBTQ individuals in Israel, aged ≥ 55, participated in the study. In-depth semi-structured interviews, conducted from November 2020 to April 2021, were audio-recorded, transcribed, and de-identified. Five themes emerged from the interviews: (1) Experiences of loneliness, marginalization, and trauma, and coping through liberation; (2) ageism and exclusion of older adults; (3) elastic and challenging relationships; (4) end of life as reverting into the closet and heteronormativity; and (5) death as a source of generativity and creativity. The study demonstrates that loneliness is an existential experience, exacerbated by the intersectionality of LGBTQ communities. In turn, chosen family members play a minimal role in the end-of-life care of their loved ones. While conveying ambivalence toward social services and housing for the aging, participants in this study expressed fear of being discriminated against and having to re-enter the closet as they age. Ageism and end of life do not represent finality and extinction, yet instead, signify hope and revival. Following Sandberg and Marshall's (2017) concept of queering aging futures, this study refines our understanding of life courses, demonstrating that living and thriving in old age could be positive and desirable. As such, ageism and end of life do not necessarily represent finality and extinction, and may instead signify hope and revival. The unique challenges associated with family and social support of older adults who are LGBTQ members, and their implications on care, deserve further research and are important for practice.

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Needs, Experiences, and Hopes for Aging Futures among Older Adults in the LGBTQ Communities: A Qualitative Study in Israel.

Author(s):
Sperling D

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This study looked at older LGBTQ people in Israel and found they often feel lonely and not supported by family. It also discussed how they fear being judged or having to hide who they are as they get older, but found that old age can still be a time of hope and renewal.

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pubmed id: 39009741 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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Background Gonorrhoea notifications have increased substantially in Australia over the past decade. Neisseria gonorrhoeae is already highly resistant to several antibiotics and so, alternatives to first-line treatment are generally strongly discouraged. The penicillin allergy label (AL) on patient medical records has previously been shown to influence prescribing practices, to the detriment of best-practice management and antimicrobial stewardship. This study aimed to understand how the penicillin AL influences antibiotic selection for gonorrhoea treatment at Canberra Sexual Health Centre. Methods A retrospective chart audit of gonorrhoea cases treated at Canberra Sexual Health Centre between January 2020 and October 2023 (n =619 patients, n =728 cases). Antibiotic selection was assessed according to penicillin AL status. Ceftriaxone selection was assessed according to penicillin allergy severity reported in the medical records and as determined using a validated antibiotic allergy assessment tool. Results Cases with a penicillin AL were more likely to receive antibiotics other than ceftriaxone (n =7/41, 17.1%) than cases without the label (n =8/687, 1.2%, P n =28/41, 68.3%) to apply the assessment tool. Those reported as low-severity in the records were more likely to receive ceftriaxone (n =21/22, 95.5%) than those reported as moderate-high (n =7/11, 63.6%) or unreported (n =6/8, 0.75%). Conclusions Treatment of gonorrhoea in outpatient settings requires an understanding of penicillin allergy, and the ability to quickly and accurately identify penicillin-AL patients who can safely tolerate ceftriaxone. Institutionally endorsed penicillin allergy de-labelling protocols and access to easy-to-navigate prescribing advice within national sexually transmitted infection management guidelines would support this.

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First-line treatment with ceftriaxone for infection less likely to be prescribed to patients with a penicillin allergy label: a retrospective audit of medical records.

Author(s):
Durban E; English K; Evans R; Martin S

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Doctors in Australia are seeing more gonorrhea cases that are hard to treat due to some people being labeled allergic to penicillin. The study found that people with a penicillin allergy label often get different medicine than those without, and understanding these allergies better might help doctors choose the right treatment. This could mean having clear advice and tools for checking allergies so more people can get the best medicine.

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pubmed id: 39008622 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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Decision-making on childbearing and safer conception use in HIV sero-different couples involves an intricate balance of individual desires and perceived HIV acquisition risk. This paper addresses an important knowledge gap regarding HIV sero-different couples' considerations and the relationship and power dynamics involved when deciding to use a safer conception method. Between February and June 2019, we conducted semi-structured in-depth interviews among 14 men and 17 women, representing 17 couples, who exited the SAFER study - a pilot study assessing the feasibility, acceptability and cost-effectiveness of a safer conception programme for HIV sero-different couples in Zimbabwe. All couples in SAFER were provided with a choice of safer conception methods and were followed for up to 12 months of pregnancy attempts and 3 months following pregnancy. While couples generally perceived their safer conception discussions to be easy and consensus-driven, the decision-making process also involved complex gender dynamics and trade-offs in relationship power, which resulted in differing interpretations of what constituted a joint or shared couple decision. Participants regarded effective couple communication as an essential component of and precursor to good safer conception conversations and requested additional training in couple communication. Couples relied on information from healthcare providers to kickstart their safer conception discussions. Safer conception programmes should address relationship power imbalances, promote effective couple communication and offer healthcare provider support to enable HIV sero-different couples to make informed choices about conception in a manner that upholds their safety and reproductive autonomy.

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"". A qualitative study on safer conception decision-making among HIV sero-different couples in Zimbabwe.

Author(s):
Gitome S; Musara P; Chitukuta M; Mhlanga F; Mateveke B; Chirenda T; Mgodi N; Mutero P; Matubu A; Chareka G; Chasakara C; Murombedzi C; Makurumure T; Smith-Hughes C; Bukusi E; Cohen CR; Shiboski S; Darbes L; Rutherford GW; Chirenje ZM; Brown JM

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This research looked at how couples with one partner having HIV decide on having a baby safely. Couples said talking about safer ways to have a baby was important, but it could be tricky because of power differences in relationships. They wanted help from doctors and better ways to talk with each other.

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pubmed id: 39007699 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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To determine whether increasing the dose of ulipristal acetate (UPA)-containing emergency contraception (EC) improves pharmacodynamic outcomes in individuals with obesity.

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Double dosing ulipristal acetate emergency contraception for individuals with obesity: a randomised crossover trial.

Author(s):
Edelman A; Hennebold JD; Bond K; Lim JY; Cherala G; Blue SW; Kraft SP; Erikson DW; Archer D; Jensen J

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Researchers aimed to find out if giving a higher dose of ulipristal acetate, a type of emergency contraception, works better for people with obesity.

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pubmed id: 39004442 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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This study investigated the relationship between sexuality education in U.S. public schools and women's pornography use. Utilizing quantitative methods, we examined a sample of women attending U.S. public schools who reported regular pornography use. Results revealed that, regardless of the type of sexuality education received, women exhibited similar rates of pornography use, with 60% reporting its use. A substantial portion (69%) of the women began using pornography during childhood or adolescence. Women who received abstinence only sexuality education reported higher frequencies of pornography use compared to their comprehensive sexuality education counterparts. About 79% of women using pornography perceived it as a source of sexuality learning, especially regarding sexual pleasure. However, they expressed reluctance in using pornography for sexual education and did not consider it a preferred method for learning about sexuality. The findings suggest the need for comprehensive sexuality education that addresses essential topics, such as sexual pleasure and sexual script development, to cater to women's diverse learning needs, ideally taught by parents or primary caregivers, but may be necessary for public education in the absence of parental instruction. Policymakers and educators should bridge these gaps to develop more effective sexuality education curricula. This study contributes valuable insights, highlighting the importance of an inclusive approach to sexuality education in U.S. public schools. Future research should explore the implications of different sexuality education approaches on women's sexual development and well-being, emphasizing comprehensive education to foster healthy sexual behaviors among women.

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Title:
Women's Pornography Use Patterns and Sexuality Education in U.S. Public Schools.

Author(s):
Fraumeni-McBride J; Willoughby BJ

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The study looked at how sexuality education in U.S. schools affects women's use of pornography. It found that many women use pornography, especially those who had abstinence-only education, and they often start young. The study suggests schools should teach more about sexual topics like pleasure to help women learn healthily.

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pubmed id: 38997575 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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The 6-item Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI-6) is the shortened version of the widely used 19-item FSFI-19, designed for efficient screening of female sexual dysfunction in outpatient settings. However, this shorter FSFI-6 tool has not yet been validated for use in Bangladesh.

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Cross-cultural adaptation and psychometric validation of the Female Sexual Function Index-6 (FSFI-6) Bangla version.

Author(s):
Johra RU; Ahsan MS; Sarkar AA

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The FSFI-6 is a shorter test used to see if women might have problems with sexual function. But this shorter test hasn't been checked to see if it works well in Bangladesh yet.

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pubmed id: 38993982 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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Rural population constitutes a significant population of our country. According to the regions, the sexual behavior and pattern of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) changes because of variation in health facilities, education, and sociocultural belief.

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Syndromic diagnosis, sexual behavior, and management in rural population among all cases attending sexually transmitted infection clinic in a tertiary care center from the east-central zone of India: A retrospective study.

Author(s):
Singh S; Shahid R; Pradhan S

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People living in the countryside make up a big part of our country's population. Their sexual behavior and the spread of diseases like STIs can be different depending on healthcare, education, and cultural beliefs where they live.

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pubmed id: 38989097 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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Candidial balanitis, balanoposthitis and vulvovaginitis can be diagnosed by direct microscopy, culture and treated with antifungals. Resistance to antifungals is emerging. Hence, we conducted a study to identify the causative species and antifungal susceptibility.

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A prospective observational study on species differentiation and antifungal susceptibility pattern in patients with genital candidiasis.

Author(s):
Sivagamasundari S; Mahadevan K; Rai R; Lavanya S

Summary:
These infections can be checked by looking at them through a microscope or growing the germs in a lab and are treated with medicine. But some germs are getting harder to fight. So, a study was done to find out what germs cause these infections and which medicines still work.

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pubmed id: 38989096 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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Economic burden imposed by sexually transmitted infections (STIs) is substantial in low-middle-income countries like India, in spite of the fact that national programs for controlling STIs are operational.

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Out-of-pocket and catastrophic health expenditure among patients of sexually transmitted infections at a tertiary care center: A cross-sectional study.

Author(s):
Suvirya S; Tripathi S; Shukla M; Verma P; Kar SK; Sachan S

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Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) cost a lot of money in countries like India, even though there are national programs to help control them.

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pubmed id: 38989093 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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Crohn's disease (CD) is a type of inflammatory bowel disease, which presents with extraintestinal manifestations in some cases, skin being one of the organs involved. Vulvar and perianal involvement leads to significant morbidity and has an adverse effect on the quality of life. We report a case of genital CD affecting the vulva, perianal region, and oral cavity, due to its rarity and diagnostic difficulty.

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A case report of genital Crohn's disease with a brief review of Indian cases reported.

Author(s):
Kura MM; Malpani SS; Kane IK

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Crohn's disease can sometimes affect the skin, including areas like the vulva, perianal region, and mouth. This can make people feel very sick and affects how they live their everyday lives. This paper talks about a rare case of Crohn's disease affecting those areas.

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pubmed id: 38989092 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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Nevus comedonicus, an uncommon skin condition, was originally termed "comedo nevus" by Kofmann in 1895. It is characterized by the clusters of pits-containing black keratinous plugs resembling blackheads. Conventionally, nevus comedonicus manifests at birth (in 50% of cases) or during the first decade of life. The commonly affected areas include the head, neck, chest, upper, and lower limbs, with patterns ranging from unilateral, bilateral, linear, interrupted, segmental, to blaschkoid. While genital nevus comedonicus is rare, some cases have been reported. In this report, we present a case of nevus comedonicus on the glans, underscoring the importance of considering nonsexually transmitted disease-related causes for genital lesions.

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Nevus comedonicus of glans with unusual morphology due to manipulation.

Author(s):
Patel V; Verma V

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Nevus comedonicus is a rare skin condition that looks like a bunch of blackheads. It usually shows up at birth or when kids are young, and it can appear on many parts of the body. This report talks about a very rare case found on a person's private area, reminding doctors to think of different causes for skin problems in those areas.

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pubmed id: 38989090 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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Lipschutz ulcer is a rare nonvenereal condition affecting predominantly young females who are not sexually exposed and can be triggered by various infectious agents, trauma, and drugs. It presents with single or multiple painful ulcers over labia minora, labia majora, vestibule, and lower part of the vagina and may be preceded by prodromal symptoms akin to influenza or mononucleosis. Diagnosis is based on specific criteria, which include age, ulcer characteristics, and absence of immunodeficiency. Management involves reassurance, supportive measures, and in severe cases, corticosteroids. This case highlights the importance of considering cytomegalovirus as a potential causative agent in Lipschutz ulcer and a cause for dysplasia.

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Dysplastic changes secondary to cytomegalovirus-induced Lipschutz ulcer: Unraveling complexity.

Author(s):
Barnwal S; Priya D; Kala PS; Sangal B; Pant A

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Lipschutz ulcer is a rare condition that causes painful sores in young girls who haven't had sex. It can be caused by different infections or injuries. It's important to check for some illnesses, like cytomegalovirus, which can be a cause.

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pubmed id: 38989087 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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The aim of this study was to document the fetomaternal outcome in HIV-infected pregnant women delivering at a tertiary health-care center of South Gujarat.

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Fetomaternal outcome of HIV-infected pregnant women delivering at a tertiary health-care center of South Gujarat.

Author(s):
Thakkar ZD; Verma RN

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This study looked at how pregnant women with HIV and their babies did when they gave birth at a big hospital in South Gujarat.

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pubmed id: 38989085 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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Syphilitic balanitis is an uncommon rather underreported manifestation of primary syphilis initially described by Eugene Follmann and subsequently named after him. It is characterized by balanitis with or without a primary chancre and inguinal lymphadenopathy. Given its rarity, Follmann balanitis may be misdiagnosed with other causes of balanitis. Therefore, a strong clinical suspicion and awareness are crucial, particularly in the current resurgence of syphilis. With this background, we hereby report a case of Follmann balanitis in secondary syphilis, diagnosed based on clinical features, positive syphilis serology, and response to benzathine penicillin treatment.

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Title:
Follmann balanitis in secondary syphilis.

Author(s):
Patel V; Fatma ZH; Sihag Y; Tyagi S; Pathania YS

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Follmann balanitis is a rare form of syphilis that affects the private parts and can be mistaken for other illnesses. Doctors need to be aware of it because syphilis cases are increasing. The researchers shared a story about a patient who had this condition and got better after receiving a certain medicine.

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pubmed id: 38989084 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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Combating human immunodeficiency virus/acquired immunodeficiency syndrome epidemic has been possible due to advances in prevention strategies and Antiretroviral therapy (ART). Optimal adherence to ART is a major factor in achieving the desired immunological, virological, and patient well-being outcomes. Several socio-demographic, patient, treatment, and health-care system-related factors influence nonadherent behavior to ART.

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A cross-sectional study of the factors influencing adherence to antiretroviral therapy among adults with human immunodeficiency virus infection in a tertiary care hospital in Puducherry, India.

Author(s):
Surendereddy S; Vijaikumar M; Jayaraman R; Vasudevan PK

Summary:
Fighting HIV/AIDS has become possible because of new ways to stop the disease and medicine called ART. Following the doctor's instructions for taking ART is very important for staying healthy. Many different things, like who the person is and how the healthcare works, can make it hard for people to take their medicine the right way.

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pubmed id: 38989083 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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Congenital syphilis (CS) is a vertically transmitted infection caused by the spirochete . It is seen rarely due to proper antenatal screening. Signs and symptoms appear within the first 2 years of life in early CS and after 2 years in late CS. Failure to diagnose and treat CS in its early stages can result in higher morbidity and mortality. Skin manifestations can guide toward the diagnosis of CS at an early stage. Here, we report a 2-day-old neonate who presented with acral peeling of skin along with respiratory distress and hepatosplenomegaly. Clinical suspicion of CS was made and subsequently confirmed by a positive venereal disease research laboratory test in both mother and child. The child was treated with aqueous crystalline penicillin G as per the CDC guidelines.

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An infant with acral peeling of skin: A curious case of congenital syphilis.

Author(s):
Shahid R; Pradhan S; Dash G

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Congenital syphilis (CS) is an infection a baby gets from the mother. It can cause serious problems if not treated early, but skin changes can help doctors spot it sooner. In this case, a 2-day-old baby was treated for CS after showing signs like peeling skin and breathing trouble.

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pubmed id: 38989081 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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The association of immunobullous disorders with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection is rare. Concurrence of these two conditions poses a therapeutic challenge as both cause immune dysregulation. We report pemphigus vulgaris in association with HIV infection in a 50-year-old woman who died of sepsis after receiving high-dose corticosteroids for the treatment of pemphigus vulgaris.

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Pemphigus vulgaris in association with human immunodeficiency virus infection: A management dilemma.

Author(s):
Yadav A; Mendiratta V; Bindal A

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A woman with HIV got a skin disease called pemphigus vulgaris. She was treated with medicine, but sadly, she died from an infection.

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pubmed id: 38989080 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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A 45-year-old woman on treatment for HIV infection with highly active antiretroviral therapy for the past 10 years presented to us with a history of Raynaud's phenomenon and hyperpigmentation of the skin for 2 years. She was diagnosed to have pulmonary arterial hypertension 8 months ago. On examination, she had salt-and-pepper pigmentation and sclerodactyly. Her biochemical workup was normal. She had positive antinuclear antibody by indirect immunofluorescence method. Skin biopsy was consistent with systemic sclerosis. HIV has its own musculoskeletal manifestations. The paradox of autoimmunity in the background of immunodeficiency was intriguing. Treating autoimmunity in the presence of immunodeficiency was challenging. The attribution and differentiation of pulmonary hypertension were difficult. There has been a homology identified between human immunodeficiency virus 1 (HIV 1) and centromere B protein (CENP B). This case is reported because of the unusual occurrence of systemic sclerosis in an HIV patient.

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An unusual duo: Immunodeficiency disorder and scleroderma.

Author(s):
Ramadoss I; ArulRajamurugan P; Varadhan MS; Ramamoorthy R; Priya SV

Summary:
A woman with HIV got a new disease called systemic sclerosis, which is rare for someone with HIV. She had some skin changes and other symptoms, and it was tricky for doctors to treat these problems. This case was special because it showed a link between HIV and a new disease that affects the immune system.

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pubmed id: 38989079 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)/AIDS in India came into public view in 1986 with the detection of the first case of HIV in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, and the first AIDS case in Mumbai, Maharashtra in 1987. In acute phase response, iron distribution occurs in the liver and mononuclear phagocytic system. A high prevalence of elevated serum ferritin levels is reported in HIV infection and serum ferritin levels increase with the clinical worsening of infection and with decreasing CD4 lymphocyte counts. This study is designed to find the role of acute phase reactant serum ferritin in the progression of the disease of HIV which is complicated by opportunistic infections, by finding the correlation of serum ferritin with immunological stages of HIV.

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Can ferritin be a surrogate marker for CD4 cells in human immunodeficiency virus patients? A cross-sectional study of association of serum ferritin levels with immunological staging of human immunodeficiency virus patients.

Author(s):
Hegde CV; Mahur H; Singh DP; Darshan RS

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HIV/AIDS was first noticed in India in the late 1980s. This study looks at how a substance in the blood called serum ferritin relates to the progression of HIV. High levels of serum ferritin are linked with worse stages of the disease and lower defense cells.

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pubmed id: 38989078 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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Donovanosis is a chronic granulomatous ulcerative sexually transmitted infection caused by Klebsiella (Calymmatobacterium) granulomatis. A 39-year-old female patient with underlying HIV infection presented to the department of dermatology outpatient department with a painless ulcer over the left labia majora for 3 months. Histopathological examination revealed histiocyte which contains granular material resembling coccobacilli and Giemsa staining was positive for Donovan bodies. She was treated with doxycycline 100 mg twice daily and azithromycin 1 g once weekly for 3 weeks and further azithromycin 1 g weekly for the next 9 weeks till complete healing of the lesion. Due to the rarity of this condition in our region, we present this case of donovanosis in an HIV-positive female patient.

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A case report of donovanosis in HIV-positive female.

Author(s):
Kumari N; Agarwal A; Mohan A; Singh SK

Summary:
Donovanosis is a skin disease that you can get from someone else and it makes sores on your body. A woman with HIV had a sore on her skin for months and doctors treated her with medicine for several weeks until the sore healed. This disease is very rare where she lives, so the doctors shared her story to help others.

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pubmed id: 38989076 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is the most common form of skin cancer, which presents with local invasion, has low metastasizing potential and a cure rate of 100% after surgical excision. BCC commonly involves sun-exposed areas with approximately 80%-85% of BCC located on the head or neck, 15% on the trunk, and <2% in unusual areas such as the abdomen, genitals, perianal skin, lateral edge of the foot, axilla, superior or inferior lip.

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Basal cell carcinoma at an eccentric location: A rare case report.

Author(s):
Mitra D; Bhatnagar A; Mutreja D; Singh A; Sanoj PK; Kothari R

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Basal cell carcinoma is the most common skin cancer and it usually happens in places where the skin gets a lot of sun, mostly on the head or neck. It's not very likely to spread to other parts of the body, and doctors can cure it completely by removing it with surgery.

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pubmed id: 38989074 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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Human retro-viral disease and the myriad opportunistic infections associated with it continue to pose a diagnostic challenge to clinicians. Disseminated Kaposi sarcoma (KS) and KS-associated immune reconstitution inflammatory syndrome (IRIS) are entities that can be associated with adverse clinical outcomes unless recognized early by the treating physician. We present the case of a 36-year-old homosexual HIV-positive male who presented with unusual symptoms of KS and KS IRIS with lower gastrointestinal bleeding and respiratory distress devoid of any cutaneous manifestations.

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"Purple-Xed" by a baffling bleed - A clinical care conundrum.

Author(s):
Iyengar MG; Umesh S; Idiculla J

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A man who is 36 years old has a disease called HIV. Because of this, he got sick with another disease named KS, which doctors found out because he had problems like bleeding and trouble breathing. They didn't see the usual marks on his skin, so it was tricky to figure out what was wrong.

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pubmed id: 38989073 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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A number of dermatoses affect the genitalia in a unique and distinct manner. Nonvenereal dermatoses may not be restricted to genitalia alone; it may affect other body sites and mucous membranes as well. Dermatoses involving genital areas are not necessarily sexually transmitted. Skin lesions of the genitalia may be physiological, venereal, or nonvenereal in origin. Studies on genital dermatoses of only nonvenereal and noninfectious origin among adults are not commonly documented in India.

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A cross-sectional study of noninfectious - nonvenereal genital dermatoses among adult males at tertiary care hospital in South Gujarat.

Author(s):
Parmar BV; Tandel H

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Some skin diseases can affect private parts differently from the rest of the body. These skin problems are not always caught from someone else or through physical contact. There aren't many studies about non-contagious skin issues on private parts in India.

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pubmed id: 38989072 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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Gonorrhea is a significant cause of morbidity among sexually active population. Young adults and adolescents have a high risk of contracting sexually transmitted infections (STIs) due to behavioral, biological, and cultural factors fuelling the epidemic among them. The Centers for Disease Control recommends annual STI screening for sexually active individuals under twenty-five and those at higher risk. The present study aims at determining the risk factors linked to the rising prevalence of gonorrhea among Indian adolescents and antimicrobial susceptibility profiles of .

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Risk factors associated with increasing prevalence of gonorrhea and the antimicrobial susceptibility profiles of among adolescents: A decade-long, hospital-based study from India.

Author(s):
Sharma D; Muralidhar S; Lachyan AS; Khunger N

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Gonorrhea is a disease that affects many young people who are sexually active. This study looks at why more teens in India are getting gonorrhea and how well medicines work to treat it.

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pubmed id: 38989070 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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Pediatric systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) constitutes approximately 10% of SLE cases. The diagnosis and management of this condition remains to be a challenge in the pediatric population. The distinguishing clinical features are less pronounced male-to-female ratio, more organ damage, and higher disease activity compared to adult-onset disease. Drug-induced lupus erythematosus is rare in children. We report a case of drug-induced SLE in a child on antiretroviral therapy.

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Drug-induced systemic lupus erythematosus in a child living with HIV.

Author(s):
Tambe S; Jangid K; Shinde G; Jadhav S; Mahobia S; Lala M; Gabhale Y

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Pediatric lupus is a type of lupus found in children and makes up about 10% of cases. It's hard to diagnose and treat because it can affect more parts of the body and be more active than in adults. This paper talks about a rare case where a child got lupus from medicine used to treat a different illness.

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pubmed id: 38989068 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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A 45-year-old married male presented with nonhealing, painless ulcers with purulent discharge over genitals for 3 months. He had molluscum contagiosum over genitalia and forehead. A tissue smear suggested a diagnosis of donovanosis. Biopsy suggested diagnosis of molluscum contagiosum and serology was positive for human immunodeficiency virus 1 and herpes simplex 2. The patient was started on acyclovir and doxycycline. Antiretroviral therapy was initiated. The patient responded slowly over a period of 8 weeks. Immunocompromised patients having nonhealing genital ulcers must be subjected to tissue smear to pick up the diagnosis of granuloma inguinale.

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Multiple sexually transmitted infections as a presenting feature of human immunodeficiency virus/AIDS.

Author(s):
Talati A; Marfatia YS; Mahajan RS

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A 45-year-old man had sores on his skin that were not healing for three months. Tests showed he had molluscum contagiosum, HIV, and herpes, so he was given medicine. After eight weeks, he slowly got better.

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pubmed id: 38989067 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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Molluscum contagiosum (MC) is a skin infection caused by a virus of the poxvirus family. The infection is usually innocuous and inconsequential, occasionally resolving spontaneously. It is rarely associated with such severe physical and psychological morbidity. The clinical lesions are usually painless papules or nodules with central umbilication. Painful anogenital tumors exhibiting a cerebriform surface have rarely been reported. MC infection in human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-infected patients may present with generalized papules and papulonodules, and sometimes, progression to tumorous lesions. Early detection and effective treatment of the infection in HIV patients will go a long way in preventing progression to tumors, which are known to be resistant to treatment. The tumors responded well to X-ray external beam radiotherapy.

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Atypical presentation of molluscum contagiosum infection in a human immunodeficiency virus-positive patient.

Author(s):
Sema-Ramashala AR; Francis O

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Molluscum contagiosum is a skin infection that usually goes away on its own and causes little trouble. It mostly shows up as small, painless bumps but can become more serious in some people, especially those with HIV. Treating it early in people with HIV is important to stop it from turning into bigger problems, and sometimes X-ray treatment can help.

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pubmed id: 38989066 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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India has 2.1 million people living with HIV/AIDS (PLHIV). The objective of this study was to ascertain the extent of anti-retroviral therapy (ART) adherence and reasons for nonadherence among PLHIV in India.

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Anti-retroviral therapy adherence in India (2012-18): A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Author(s):
Basu S; Marimuthu Y; Garg S; Saravanakumar V; Ganesh B

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This study looks at how well people in India with HIV/AIDS take their medicine, called ART, and why some might not take it regularly. India has 2.1 million people living with HIV/AIDS.

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pubmed id: 38989065 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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To describe intrapartum fetal monitoring methods used in all births in Norway in 2019-2020, assess adherence to national guidelines, investigate variation by women's risk status, and explore associations influencing monitoring practices.

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Intrapartum fetal monitoring practices in Norway: A population-based study.

Author(s):
Aanstad KJ; Pripp AH; Dalbye R; Pay AD; Staff AC; Kaasen A; Blix E

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The study looked at how doctors in Norway checked babies before birth during 2019-2020. It also checked if they followed national rules and if different factors changed how they did the checks.

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pubmed id: 38986340 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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The present study aimed to investigate whether differences exist between younger and older presenting adolescents at the Center of Expertise on Gender Dysphoria regarding psychological functioning and autistic traits. A total of 1487 consecutively assessed adolescents between 2000 and 2018 were divided in younger presenters (age ≤ 13.9 years) and older presenters (age ≥ 14 years). Of younger presenters, 227 (41.1%) were assigned male at birth and 325 (58.9%) assigned female at birth. In older presenters, 279 (29.8%) were assigned male at birth and 656 (70.2%) assigned female at birth. Behavioral and emotional problems were assessed with the Child Behavior Checklist (CBCL) and the Youth Self-Report (YSR). For autism traits, the Social Responsiveness Scale (SRS) was used. Compared to younger presenters, on both the CBCL and YSR older presenters had higher Total Problem (β = 1.75, p = .005, CI 0.53-2.97, R = .04 and β = 4.20, p < .001, CI 2.99-5.40, R = .07, respectively) and Internalizing Problem (β = 4.43, p < .001, CI 3.13-5.74, R = .06 and β = 6.69, p < .001, CI 5.31-8.07, R = .12, respectively) scores. Regarding autistic traits, a higher mean SRS total score was found in older presenting assigned males at birth (β = 4.55, p = .036, CI 0.30-8.81, R = .34). In assigned females at birth, no statistically significant difference between older and younger presenters was found in mean SRS total score (β = 1.19, p = .063, CI - 0.07 to 2.45, R = .39). Differences in mental health exist between younger and older presenting adolescents and call for an individualized approach in the clinical care of transgender adolescents.

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Mental Health Evaluation of Younger and Older Adolescents Referred to the Center of Expertise on Gender Dysphoria in Amsterdam, The Netherlands.

Author(s):
de Rooy FBB; Arnoldussen M; van der Miesen AIR; Steensma TD; Kreukels BPC; Popma A; de Vries ALC

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The study looked at younger and older teenagers with gender dysphoria to see if there were differences in how they felt and acted. They found that older kids had more problems reported on tests for behavior and emotions. Boys assigned at birth had more autism traits when they were older, but there wasn't a big change in girls.

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pubmed id: 38980647 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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Negative genital self-image is associated with sexual unresponsiveness and dysfunction.

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Title:
Male genital self-image, premature ejaculation, and affecting factors.

Author(s):
Koçak V; Tufan O

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People who feel bad about how their private parts look may have trouble enjoying or responding during sex.

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pubmed id: 38979397 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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In the United States, immigrant Latino men who have sex with men (ILMSM) are, compared to white MSM, disproportionately burdened by HIV and lack access to highly effective HIV prevention strategies, such as pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP). Qualitative research centered on exploring barriers that ILMSM experience in accessing PrEP and other sexual services is extremely limited, despite a high prevalence of HIV in this population. In this study, a purposive sample of ILMSM (n = 25) was recruited to participate in a semi-structured in-depth interview to identify the distinct barriers and facilitators ILMSM experience in accessing sexual health services given their complex intersectional identities of being an immigrant, Latino, and a sexual minority man. Using a thematic analysis approach, nine themes were generated from the data representing barriers and facilitators. Barriers included: (1) cost and a lack of health insurance, (2) complexity of PrEP assistance programs; (3) challenges related to the immigrant experience; (4) impact of gay stigma; and (5) communication challenges. Facilitators included: (1) improving affordability and accessibility of PrEP services; (2) receiving services from LGBT- or Latine LGBT-centered clinics; (3) receiving services from medical providers who are gay and/or Latino; and (4) providing targeted community outreach, education, and promotion of PrEP to ILMSM. While many of the barriers illuminated in the study were structural (e.g., cost and lack of health insurance), and not easy to overcome, the findings highlight a range of facilitators that can support access to PrEP and other sexual health services for ILMSM. Considering these findings, we suggest strategies that may enhance access to needed sexual health services among ILMSM.

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Barriers and Facilitators to Accessing PrEP and Other Sexual Health Services Among Immigrant Latino Men Who Have Sex with Men in Los Angeles County.

Author(s):
Brooks RA; Nieto O; Rosenberg-Carlson E; Morales K; Üsküp DK; Santillan M; Inzunza Z

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In the United States, Latino immigrant men who have sex with men (ILMSM) have a higher risk of HIV but have trouble getting medicine to prevent it. This study talks about the problems they face, like high costs and lack of insurance, and ways to help, such as clinics focused on Latino or LGBT people. The study offers ideas to make it easier for them to get the medicine and services they need.

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pubmed id: 38977534 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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High profile data breaches and the proliferation of self-tracking technologies generating bio-feedback data have raised concerns about data privacy and data sharing practices among users of these devices. However, our understanding of how self-trackers in sexual health populations, where the data may be sensitive, personal, and stigmatising, perceive data privacy and sharing is limited. This study combined industry consultation with a survey of users of the world's first biofeedback smart vibrator, the , that enables users to monitor and analyse their sexual response intensity and orgasm duration over time. We found users of the Lioness are motivated to self-track by both individual and altruistic goals: to learn more about their bodies, and to contribute to research that leads to better sexual health outcomes. Perceptions of data privacy and data sharing were shaped by an eagerness to collaborate with sexual health researchers to challenge traditional male-centric perspectives in biomedical research on women's sexual health, where gender plays a crucial role in defining healthcare systems and outcomes. This study extends our understanding of the non-digital aspects of self-tracking by emphasising the role of gender and inclusive healthcare advocacy in shaping perceptions of data privacy and sharing within sexual health populations.

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'I just LOVE data': perceptions and practices of data sharing and privacy among users of the .

Author(s):
Middleweek B; Klinger L

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This study looked at how people using a smart vibrator feel about data privacy and sharing. Users want to learn more about their bodies and help research in sexual health by sharing their data. They also want to change how women's health is studied, focusing on making healthcare more fair and inclusive.

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pubmed id: 38970796 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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Ministerial Approvals in 2021 clearly articulated for the first time the wide range of circumstances under which abortion in Lao People's Democratic Republic (PDR) is legal. These approvals likely reflect norms around abortion existent since the establishment of the Lao PDR in 1975: unregulated abortion is and remains illegal, but abortion that meets certain criteria is and has always been legal in Lao PDR. The legal status of abortion was fuzzy in practice until 2021, likely due to cultural factors. Buddhist conceptions of life and morality contribute to a widespread sense that abortion is fundamentally wrong and ought to be illegal. Laos' political culture strongly values solidarity, meaning prolonged public discussion of potentially divisive topics is rare. As a result, abortion is often misunderstood in international research. For instance, Laos regularly appears on lists of the few countries where abortion is completely banned. Abortion is also not a politically charged topic in Lao PDR. Women's experiences of accessing abortion are not rooted in a rights-based discourse. Instead, abortion is a possible (and legal) path in Laos, but one that entails considerable anguish and concern about its moral and ethical consequences.

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Abortion in the Lao People's Democratic Republic.

Author(s):
High H; Katczynski A

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In Laos, a new rule in 2021 explained when abortion is allowed, showing it has been legal in certain cases since 1975. Though unregulated abortion is illegal, some people think abortion is wrong because of their beliefs, making it a complex topic in Laos.

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pubmed id: 38967624 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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We describe the experiences and preferences of women who switched from clinic-administered intramuscular depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA-IM) to self-administered subcutaneous DMPA (DMPA-SC) in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Patient experiences switching from in-clinic to self-administration of injectable contraception in two Western US states.

Author(s):
Newmark RL; Hodge CC; Shih G; Karlin J

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Women switched from going to the clinic for shots to giving themselves shots at home during COVID-19. They talked about what they liked and didn't like about doing this.

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pubmed id: 38965382 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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: Background : ART forgiveness is the ability of a regimen to maintain HIV-RNA suppression despite a documented imperfect adherence. We explored forgiveness of bictegravir/emtricitabine/tenofovir alafenamide (B/F/TAF). : Methods : In this retrospective cohort study pharmacy drug refills were used to calculate the proportion of days covered (PDC) as a proxy of adherence. Forgiveness was defined as the possibility to achieve a selected HIV-RNA threshold by a given level of imperfect adherence. A logistic model was applied to verify the impact of baseline variables and adherence on the virologic outcomes. : Results : We enrolled 420 adults. From them, 787 one-year time-periods were derived for a median cohort follow-up of 873 person/years. Most of them were males (73.1%); the most frequent risk factor for HIV infection was heterosexual contacts (49.5% of cases), followed by 22.5% MSM and 22.5% intravenous drug users. The median age of enrolled persons with HIV was 51 years (IQR 45-57 years); the median duration of HIV infection was 7.9 years (IQR 4-18 years) and the median nadir of CD4 cells was 277 cells/mcL (IQR 100-513 cells/mcL). Adherence showed a median of 0.97 (IQR 0.91-1.00), consequently only 17 time-periods (2.2%) in 17 different individuals (4.0%) showed HIV-RNA blood levels above 200 copies/ml. A PDC of 0.75 was sufficient to obtain in > 90% of cases the virologic outcome for both 200 copies/ml or 50 copies/ml. An adherence value of 0.85 obtained a positive response in virtually all subjects either for a cut-off of 50 or 200 copies/ml. : Conclusions : Long-term success of ART needs effective, well tolerated, friendly regimens. Adherence remains a crucial determinant of long-term success, but suboptimal adherence levels are relatively common. Given this, an elevated forgiveness plays a relevant role to further improve long-term outcomes and should be considered a fundamental characteristic of any antiretroviral regimen. B/F/TAF has been proved to have all of these characteristics.

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Title:
B/F/TAF forgiveness to non-adherence.

Author(s):
Maggiolo F; Taramasso L; Valenti D; Blanchi S; Centorrino F; Comi L; Di Biagio A

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The study looked at how well a specific HIV medicine works even when people don't take it perfectly. They found that most of the time, people could keep their HIV under control with less than perfect adherence. The medicine studied showed it can still work well if people are somewhat forgetful in taking it.

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pubmed id: 38964843 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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While the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted HIV preventative services in sub-Saharan Africa, little is known about the specific impacts the pandemic has had on men who have sex with men (MSM) in Kenya.

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Describing the effect of COVID-19 on sexual and healthcare-seeking behaviours of men who have sex with men in three counties in Kenya: a cross-sectional study.

Author(s):
Shaw SY; Biegun JCS; Leung S; Isac S; Musyoki HK; Mugambi M; Kioko J; Musimbi J; Olango K; Kuria S; Ongaro MK; Walimbwa J; Emmanuel F; Blanchard J; Pickles M; Mishra S; Becker ML; Lazarus L; Lorway R; Bhattacharjee P

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The COVID-19 pandemic made it harder for people in sub-Saharan Africa to get help to prevent HIV. We don't know much about how this affected men who have sex with men in Kenya.

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pubmed id: 38964841 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) have markedly increased over the last decade in Spain, calling for prevention and control innovative approaches. While there is evidence indicating the effectiveness of self-sampling for STI diagnosis, no kits for this purpose have been authorised in Spain.

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Quality, acceptability and usability of self-sampling kits used by non-healthcare professionals for STI diagnosis in Spain: a single-blind study.

Author(s):
Gómez-Castellá J; Cobos Briz M; Nuño N; Diaz A; Bru-Gorraiz FJ; Martín-Gorgojo A; Almonacid-Garrido MC; Mir A; Muñoz M; Del Amo J

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In Spain, more people are getting sexually transmitted infections (STIs) recently. Although there's a good way to test for STIs by using self-sampling kits, these kits are not allowed in Spain yet.

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pubmed id: 38964838 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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Women who experience obstetric interventions and complications during childbirth have an increased risk of developing postnatal post-traumatic stress and mental illness. This study aimed to test the effect of a trauma-informed support programme based on psychological first aid (PFA) to reduce the mothers' symptoms of stress, fear of childbirth (FOC), anxiety and depression after a complicated childbirth.

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Trauma-informed support after a complicated childbirth - An early intervention to reduce symptoms of post-traumatic stress, fear of childbirth and mental illness.

Author(s):
Andersson H; Nieminen K; Malmquist A; Grundström H

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Women who have difficult childbirths can feel very stressed and scared afterwards. This study tested a special support program to help these mothers feel better and less worried.

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pubmed id: 38963988 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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In Australia, strangulation has been explicitly criminalized in all states and territories. However, it continues to be a "normalized" sexual practice despite its potentially fatal consequences and associated short and long-term sequelae. This research aimed to establish the prevalence of strangulation during sex and examine predictors of positive perceptions toward sexual strangulation in Australia. Confidential, cross-sectional online surveys were conducted with 4702 Australians aged 18-35 years. Participants were 47% cis-men, 48% cis-women, and 4% trans or gender diverse. A total of 57% reported ever being sexually strangled (61% women, 43% men, 79% trans or gender diverse) and 51% reported ever strangling a partner (40% women, 59% men, 74% trans or gender diverse). Differences were found across genders on all variables of sexual strangulation, including frequency of engagement, level of pressure on the neck, consequences, wanting and enjoyment, and how consent was given/received. However, when split by gender, sexual orientation of men and women revealed further differences in behaviors, consequences, and wanting, particularly among straight and bisexual women. After accounting for exposure to strangulation in pornography and previous experience of sexual strangulation, positive perceptions of being strangled (R = .51) and strangling a partner (R = .53) were predicted by ratings that it could be done safely and social normative factors. These findings suggest strangulation is common during sex among young Australians. Non-stigmatizing education strategies are needed to engage with young people so they have a better understanding of the risks involved and how to negotiate consent and safety regarding sexual strangulation.

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Title:
Prevalence of Sexual Strangulation/Choking Among Australian 18-35 Year-Olds.

Author(s):
Sharman LS; Fitzgerald R; Douglas H

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In Australia, a lot of young people think sexual strangulation is okay, even though it can be dangerous. The study found that many men, women, and people of other genders have tried it, often because they believe it can be done safely. The researchers say that educating young people about the risks and how to ensure safety and consent is very important.

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pubmed id: 38961025 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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ObjectivesWe evaluated how storing vaginal samples at room temperature in stabilising solutions versus immediate freezing affects 16S rRNA gene amplicon sequencing-based microbiota studies, aiming to simplify home and field collection.

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Title:
Comparison of shipping versus immediate freezer storage of vaginal samples for vaginal microbiota assessment.

Author(s):
Tuddenham S; Gajer P; Holm JB; Brown SE; Forney L; Ravel J; Ghanem KG; Brotman RM

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The study looked at how keeping vaginal samples at room temperature in special solutions compares to freezing them right away for later testing. This could make it easier for people to collect samples at home or in the field.

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pubmed id: 38960602 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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Uptake of long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) is lower in Australia compared with other high-income countries, and access to early medical abortion (EMA) is variable with only 11% of general practitioners (GPs) providing EMA. The AusCAPPS (Australian Contraception and Abortion Primary Care Practitioner Support) Network is a virtual community of practice established to support GPs, nurses and pharmacists to provide LARC and EMA in primary care. Evaluating participant engagement with AusCAPPS presents an opportunity to understand clinician needs in relation to LARC and EMA care.

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What do Australian primary care clinicians need to provide long-acting reversible contraception and early medical abortion? A content analysis of a virtual community of practice.

Author(s):
Srinivasan S; James SM; Kwek J; Black K; Taft AJ; Bateson D; Norman WV; Mazza D

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In Australia, not many people use long-term birth control or have access to early medical abortions. The AusCAPPS Network was created to help doctors, nurses, and pharmacists learn and share about these services.

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pubmed id: 38960413 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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To describe migrant women's experiences of bilingual community-based doulas (CBD) contribution to care in relation to labor and birth.

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Migrant women's experiences of community-based doula support during labor and childbirth in Sweden. A mixed methods study.

Author(s):
Purandare R; Ådahl K; Stillerman M; Schytt E; Tsekhmestruk N; Lindgren H

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Migrant women shared their stories about how bilingual community-based doulas helped them during labor and birth. These doulas supported the women by speaking their language and understanding their needs. This made the birthing experience better for the women.

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pubmed id: 38959680 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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The term 'vulnerable' is often used to describe women facing psychosocial adversity during pregnancy, implying a heightened risk of experiencing suboptimal pregnancy outcomes. While this label might facilitate the pathway to appropriate care, it can be perceived as stigmatizing by the women it intends to help, which could deter their interaction with healthcare services. This study explores how women facing psychosocial adversity before, during and after pregnancy perceive the concept of vulnerability and experience being labeled as such.

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Exploring perceptions of vulnerability among women facing psychosocial adversity before, during and after pregnancy: A qualitative interview-study using thematic analysis.

Author(s):
van der Meer L; Ernst-Smelt HE; Lambregtse-van den Berg MP; van 't Hof M; Weggelaar-Jansen AM; Bijma HH

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Some women face hard times during pregnancy and are called "vulnerable," which might help them get care. However, this can make them feel bad and stop them from going to the doctor. The study looks at what these women think about being called vulnerable.

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pubmed id: 38959679 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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Although research interest in fear of childbirth has increased, interventions targeting especially multiparas with fear of childbirth have been overlooked, although untreated fear can cause serious adverse effects on the mother and the whole family. Thus MOTIVE (Multiparas overcoming Childbirth Fear Through Intervention and Empowerment), an intervention for pregnant multiparas with fear of childbirth, was designed.

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A group intervention for pregnant multiparas with fear of childbirth: A protocol of a feasibility study of the MOTIVE trial.

Author(s):
Sandström L; Kaunonen M; Aho AL

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Some moms who are having a second or more baby might be scared of giving birth, and not getting help for this fear can be bad for them and their family. So, a special program called MOTIVE was made to help these moms feel better and stronger about giving birth.

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pubmed id: 38959678 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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Research demonstrates significant gender- and sexual orientation-based differences in orgasm rates from sexual intercourse; however, this "orgasm gap" has not been studied with respect to age.

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Title:
The lifelong orgasm gap: exploring age's impact on orgasm rates.

Author(s):
Gesselman AN; Bennett-Brown M; Dubé S; Kaufman EM; Campbell JT; Garcia JR

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The research talks about differences between men and women and people of different sexual orientations on how often they have orgasms during sex. This "orgasm gap" has not been looked at based on how old people are.

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pubmed id: 38957591 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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Financial costs remain one of the greatest barriers to abortion, leading to delays in care and preventing some from getting a desired abortion. Medication abortion is available through in-person facilities and telehealth services. However, whether telehealth offers a more affordable option has not been well-documented.

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Pricing of medication abortion in the United States, 2021-2023.

Author(s):
Upadhyay UD; Schroeder R; Kaller S; Stewart C; Berglas NF

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Money is a big problem for people who want an abortion, making it hard for them to get help quickly. Some people can get pills for abortion from a doctor or online. We don't know yet if online services are cheaper or not.

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pubmed id: 38956948 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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Dating apps are spaces where masculinities are communicated digitally, affecting inequalities around gender expressions. This study aims to identify the masculinities communicated within Grindr tourism interactions in Tel Aviv and analyze how masculinities shape relations among international tourists and locals. Methods consist of interviews and audio diaries with nineteen tourist, local, and immigrant Grindr users in Tel Aviv. Theories of affordances, hegemonic masculinities, and relational sociology are used to analyze the data. In discussion of the results, the concept of mutual exoticization is put forth to interpret the social dynamics valued within Grindr tourism interactions, thereby revealing oppositional fantasies tied to nationalities and masculinities. The study also explores ethnicity's association with social and erotic capital in digital circulations of a localized Mizrahi masculinity. Findings reveal that while hegemonic masculinities are circulated on Grindr, resistance is also a part of Grindr tourism relations around masculinities. This research concludes by shedding light on masculinity inequalities within digital spaces where different nationalities co-congregate, revealing everyday negotiations of gender regimes. Grindr is the site of both reproduction of and resistance to social inequalities around masculinities.

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Negotiating Hegemonic Masculinities and Mutual Exoticization within Grindr Tourism Interactions: "Everyone in Tel Aviv is a Muscle God".

Author(s):
Katz RA

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This study looks at how men act and show themselves on dating apps in Tel Aviv, especially using Grindr. It talks about how tourists and locals see and treat each other based on their different backgrounds and what it means for showing off masculinity. The research shows that while some strong ideas about being a man are common, people also push back against these ideas, leading to a mix of old and new ways of acting.

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pubmed id: 38953862 Indexed on February 9th, 2025

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Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) and erectile dysfunction (ED) frequently co-occur, significantly affecting the quality of life of individuals.

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Impact of cardiac rehabilitation on erectile dysfunction in cardiovascular patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Author(s):
Sadeghi M; Askari A; Bostan F; Heidari A; Rafiee H; Alavi Tabatabaei G; Ghasemi G; Roohafza H

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People often have heart problems and other health issues that happen together with difficulty when they try to have babies. These problems can make life harder for people.

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pubmed id: 38953013 Indexed on February 9th, 2025