Bacterial vaginosis (BV) has been reported in one-third of women worldwide at different life
stages, due to the complex balance in the ecology of the vaginal microbiota. It is a common …

Recurrent vulvovaginal infections (RVVI), a devastating group of mucosal infection, are
severely affecting women's quality of life. Our understanding of the vaginal defense …

This article sheds light on some important issues related to menstrual practices and its
association with reproductive morbidity among girls. The study indicates that a significantly …

In India, programmes and research concerned with women's health until very recently have
focused mainly on the reproductive functions of married women. The recent paradigm shift in …

Context: Women often suffer silently with reproductive tract infections (RTIs). Studies of the
prevalence of these infections in South Asia have been hindered by low participation rates …

Background Vaginal discharge is a common complaint, particularly among women in Asia.
Although presumed to be caused by reproductive tract infections (RTIs), the association …

Men's supportive stance is an essential component for making women's world better. There
are growing debates among policymakers and researchers on the role of males in maternal …

Background. Vulvovaginal candidiasis is characterized by curd‐like vaginal discharge and
itching, and is associated with considerable health and economic costs. Materials and …

Context: Although there is increasing recognition of the global scope of domestic violence
and the potential reproductive health consequences of violence, little is known about the …

“Pregnancy is special, let's keep it safe” was the theme for World Health Day in 1998. Even if
agreement existed on the best way to ensure a safe pregnancy in a resource-poor setting …