Reproductive tract infections among rural women in Meerut.

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1999-08-25
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The present study was done among 500 women of reproductive age group. Study revealed overall prevalence rate of RTI of 44.8%. Excessive vaginal discharge was the most common presenting symptom (42.0%). Inspite of such an high prevalence of reproductive tract infections, only 22.8% of the women sought treatment for their problem. The study suggests to improve the awareness about RTI and its treatment facility among women and also recommends to develop a strategy to train and reorient the health personnel.
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Jain S, Singh JV, Bhatnagar M, Garg SK, Chopra H, Bajpai SK. Reproductive tract infections among rural women in Meerut. Indian Journal of Medical Sciences. 1999 Aug; 53(8): 359-60
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https://imsear.searo.who.int/handle/123456789/65982
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Indian Journal of Medical Sciences