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Sexually transmitted diseases in lesbians.

A Edwards1, R N Thin

  • 1Department of Genitourinary Medicine, St Thomas' Hospital, London, UK.

International Journal of STD & AIDS
|May 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary

Lesbians may not be a low-risk group for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Viral STDs like herpes and human papillomavirus were common in a small study, highlighting the need for continued cervical screening.

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Area of Science:

  • Sexual health
  • Public health
  • Gynecology

Background:

  • Previous research suggested lesbians are a low-risk group for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).
  • Limited contemporary data exist, and older studies did not account for human papillomavirus (HPV) infection.
  • Assuming a 'safe group' status may lead to reduced cervical cytology screening, increasing cervical cancer risk.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the prevalence of STDs among lesbians.
  • To assess the rate of abnormal cervical cytology in this population.
  • To highlight the need for further research on female-to-female STD transmission.

Main Methods:

  • A study of 27 lesbians attending a genitourinary medicine clinic.
  • Assessment of viral STDs, including herpes simplex and human papillomavirus.
  • Review of cervical cytology results.

Main Results:

  • A relatively high prevalence of viral STDs (herpes simplex and human papillomavirus) was observed.
  • Ten patients (37%) had abnormal cervical cytology, ranging from inflammation to dyskaryosis.
  • The findings challenge the assumption of low STD risk in this population.

Conclusions:

  • Lesbians may not be a low-risk group for certain STDs.
  • Continued regular cervical screening is crucial for lesbians, particularly those with a history of heterosexual intercourse.
  • Further research is needed to understand STD prevalence and transmission risks within the lesbian community.

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