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Genital Herpes
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2026
Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted infection primarily caused by herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2), though herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) is increasingly implicated in genital infections, particularly among younger populations. Transmission occurs mainly through sexual contact, with asymptomatic viral shedding serving as a major route of spread. This characteristic makes HSV-2 difficult to control at a population level, as individuals may unknowingly transmit the virus even in the...
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Isolation of Lymphocytes from Mouse Genital Tract Mucosa
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2012
An efficient way to isolate lymphocytes from mouse genital tract is described. This method takes advantage of enzyme digestion and Percoll gradient separation to allow efficient isolation. This technique is also adaptable to for use in other...
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External Female Genitals
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2024
The vulva encompasses the external structures of the female reproductive system. At the forefront is the monpubis, a cushion of fatty tissue atop the pubic bone. Once puberty sets in, this area typically grows hair. Extending from just behind the mons pubis are the labia majora (labia = 'lips'; majora = 'larger'), which are larger skin fs olds coated with hair. Nestled within are the labia minora (labia = 'lips'; minora = 'smaller'), which are thinner, more pigmented, and hairless. While the...
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Psychosexual Stages of Personality: Genital
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2025
The genital stage is the final phase of Sigmund Freud's theory of psychosexual development, beginning at puberty, around age 12. During this stage, sexual energy shifts from self-focused interests to external individuals, marking the development of mature adult sexuality. Freud saw this phase as a time of sexual reawakening, with desires directed toward others outside the family. A healthy transition into this stage, according to Freud, signifies the emergence of two key aspects of adult...
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Ex Vivo Infection of Human Lymphoid Tissue and Female Genital Mucosa with Human Immunodeficiency Virus 1 and Histoculture
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2018
Infection of human tissues with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) ex vivo provides a valuable 3D model of virus pathogenesis. Here, we describe a protocol to process and infect tissue specimens from human tonsils and female genital mucosae with HIV-1 and maintain them in culture at the liquid-air interface.
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Informed consent establishes that the patient understands and agrees to the examination, while privacy protects dignity during an intimate clinical encounter. A chaperone or support person may be included according to clinical policy and patient preference. These safeguards, combined with clear communication, help promote safety, improve examination quality, and support trust.
The focused history identifies the patient’s symptoms and relevant concerns before physical examination, helping clinicians interpret what they observe and decide whether further evaluation is indicated. Pain, lesions, bleeding, discharge, trauma, and urinary or reproductive concerns can each influence the clinical focus. This approach links patient-reported information with inspection, palpation, and possible testing.
Inspection and gentle palpation provide complementary information during a genital assessment. Inspection can document visible normal findings, lesions, injury, or other abnormal changes, whereas gentle palpation contributes information from physical contact when indicated. Together, these examination elements help clinicians investigate symptoms and interpret findings in context of the focused history.
A practical sequence begins with a focused history and confirmation of informed consent, followed by privacy measures and preparation consistent with clinical policy. The clinician then performs inspection and, when indicated, gentle palpation, explaining the process and responding to patient concerns. If the findings or clinical question warrant it, swabs, urine studies, or imaging may extend the evaluation.
Swabs, urine studies, or imaging may be added when indicated by the clinical assessment. These tests complement, rather than replace, the focused history and physical examination. Their use can help guide diagnosis and treatment for presentations involving pain, lesions, bleeding, discharge, trauma, or urinary or reproductive concerns.
Respectful, inclusive communication helps patients understand what will happen, express symptoms and concerns, and participate in consent. In an intimate examination, this communication can improve trust and examination quality while supporting safety. It is therefore not separate from technique; it is part of how clinicians obtain useful findings and guide care.