Research Journal of Medical Sciences
ISSN: Online 1993-6095ISSN: Print 1815-9346
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Abstract
Genital candidiasis is a common fungal infection affecting individuals worldwide. Understanding the demographic characteristics, clinical history, microbiological evaluation and prevalence of risk factors associated with genital candidiasis is crucial for effective management and prevention strategies. The present study was aimed to investigate the demographic characteristics, clinical history, microbiological evaluation and prevalence of risk factors associated with genital candidiasis in a study population. Demographic characteristics, including age, gender distribution and socio‐economic status, were recorded for participants. Clinical history data, including duration and frequency of symptoms and previous episodes of candidiasis, were collected. Microbiological evaluation, focusing on fungal isolation and identification, was performed. Additionally, the prevalence of risk factors associated with genital candidiasis was assessed. The study found that the mean age of participants was 37.6 years, with a majority being male (62%) and belonging to the middle socio‐economic class (46%). Clinical history data revealed a chronic and recurrent nature of genital candidiasis, with participants reporting an average duration of symptoms of 7.2 months and a frequency of 4.1 symptomatic episodes per year. Microbiological evaluation showed gender‐related differences in the rates of fungal isolation and identification, with males exhibiting a slightly higher mean percentage of positive findings compared to females (70% vs. 60%). The prevalence of risk factors associated with genital candidiasis was notable, with hormonal factors (50%), antibiotic use (40%) and sexual activity (45%) being the most prevalent. This study provides valuable insights into the demographic characteristics, clinical history, microbiological evaluation and prevalence of risk factors associated with genital candidiasis. These findings contribute to a better understanding of the disease burden and inform the development of targeted prevention and management strategies tailored to the needs of the affected population.
How to cite this article:
N. Praneeth Chandra, P. Navaneetha Reddy, V. Akshay Kumar and Ch. Vijay Bhasker Reddy. Epidemiological Trends and Risk Factors Associated with Genital Candidiasis: An Institutional‐Based Study.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.59218/makrjms.2024.6.282.286
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