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Genital infection

Last edited: 4/14/2026

Overview

Genital infections encompass a range of conditions affecting the genital tract in both males and females, including dermatological issues, trauma, and infectious etiologies such as HPV. Accurate diagnosis and management are crucial due to the potential for significant morbidity and psychological impact. 269

Diagnosis

  • Clinical history and physical examination are essential for identifying symptoms and signs of genital infections. 2
  • Microbiological testing (e.g., cultures, PCR for HPV) is necessary for confirming infectious causes like yeast or HPV. 6910
  • Imaging and endoscopy may be required for internal injuries or structural abnormalities. 48
  • Grading systems like the Genitourinary Injury Score (GIS) help classify severity of trauma, though specific grading for vaginal and urethral injuries may need refinement. 4
  • Management

  • Antifungal agents for yeast infections (e.g., topical or oral fluconazole). 6
  • Antiviral therapy for HPV management, though specific antiviral treatments are limited; focus on prevention and monitoring. 910
  • Surgical intervention for severe trauma or structural abnormalities requiring repair. 48
  • Conservative management with close monitoring for minor injuries or benign dermatological conditions. 2
  • Special Populations

  • Pediatrics: Examination under conscious sedation in the ED can be a safe alternative to general anesthesia for trauma management. 48
  • Comorbidities: Specific considerations for patients with conditions like Drash syndrome, which may involve ambiguous genitalia and renal abnormalities, require multidisciplinary care. 1112
  • Key Recommendations

  • Utilize comprehensive clinical assessment including history, physical exam, and appropriate diagnostic testing for accurate diagnosis of genital infections and trauma. (Evidence: Moderate 26)
  • Consider conscious sedation for pediatric genital trauma management in the emergency department as a viable alternative to general anesthesia. (Evidence: Moderate 48)
  • Implement structured training programs in genital dermatology to improve diagnostic confidence among trainees. (Evidence: Expert opinion 5)
  • Monitor and manage HPV infections primarily through preventive measures and regular screening, given limited specific antiviral treatments. (Evidence: Moderate 910)
  • References

    1 Feitz W, Battye M, Wu HY, Fossum M. The European Reference Network eUROGEN, an interview by the Journal of Pediatric Urology. Journal of pediatric urology 2025. link 2 Pan HYC, Homewood D, O'Brien JS, Chee J, Lawrentschuk N, Hall AP. Penile dermatology for the general practitioner: A pragmatic approach to diagnosis and management. Australian journal of general practice 2024. link 3 Matta R, Schaeffer AJ. The top 100 cited articles in pediatric urology: A bibliometric analysis. Journal of pediatric urology 2021. link 4 Glaser ZA, Singh N, Koch C, Dangle PP. Pediatric female genital trauma managed under conscious sedation in the emergency department versus general anesthesia in the operating room- a single center comparison of outcomes and cost. Journal of pediatric urology 2021. link 5 Hartley A, Bates CM, Sashidharan PN. Survey of genitourinary medicine specialist registrars in the United Kingdom regarding genital dermatology training. International journal of STD & AIDS 2016. link 6 Bentubo HD, Mantovani A, Yamashita JT, Gambale W, Fischman O. Yeasts of the genital region of patients attending the dermatology service at Hospital São Paulo, Brazil. Revista iberoamericana de micologia 2015. link 7 Saxena AK, Steiner M, Höllwarth ME. Straddle injuries in female children and adolescents: 10-year accident and management analysis. Indian journal of pediatrics 2014. link 8 Spitzer RF, Kives S, Caccia N, Ornstein M, Goia C, Allen LM. Retrospective review of unintentional female genital trauma at a pediatric referral center. Pediatric emergency care 2008. link 9 de Carvalho JJ, de Carvalho JZ, Rosa NT, de Carvalho LZ, Syrjänen KJ. Identification of males at increased risk for genital human papillomavirus (HPV) infection among patients referred for urological consultation. Scandinavian journal of infectious diseases 2007. link 10 de Carvalho JJ, Syrjänen KJ, Jacobino M, Rosa NT, Carvalho LZ. Prevalence of genital human papillomavirus infections established using different diagnostic techniques among males attending a urological clinic. Scandinavian journal of urology and nephrology 2006. link 11 Donnenfeld AE, Schrager DS, Corson SL. Update on a family with hand-foot-genital syndrome: hypospadias and urinary tract abnormalities in two boys from the fourth generation. American journal of medical genetics 1992. link 12 Hutson JM, Werther G. Pseudohermaphroditism, glomerulopathy and Wilms' tumour (Drash syndrome): a case report. Journal of paediatrics and child health 1990. link 13 Weisman CS, Morlock LL, Teitelbaum MA, Klassen AC, Celentano DD. Practice changes in response to the malpractice litigation climate. Results of a Maryland physician survey. Medical care 1989. link 14 Finan BF, Redman JF. Neonatal genital trauma. Urology 1985. link90470-4)

    Original source

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      The European Reference Network eUROGEN, an interview by the Journal of Pediatric Urology.Feitz W, Battye M, Wu HY, Fossum M Journal of pediatric urology (2025)
    2. [2]
      Penile dermatology for the general practitioner: A pragmatic approach to diagnosis and management.Pan HYC, Homewood D, O'Brien JS, Chee J, Lawrentschuk N, Hall AP Australian journal of general practice (2024)
    3. [3]
      The top 100 cited articles in pediatric urology: A bibliometric analysis.Matta R, Schaeffer AJ Journal of pediatric urology (2021)
    4. [4]
    5. [5]
      Survey of genitourinary medicine specialist registrars in the United Kingdom regarding genital dermatology training.Hartley A, Bates CM, Sashidharan PN International journal of STD & AIDS (2016)
    6. [6]
      Yeasts of the genital region of patients attending the dermatology service at Hospital São Paulo, Brazil.Bentubo HD, Mantovani A, Yamashita JT, Gambale W, Fischman O Revista iberoamericana de micologia (2015)
    7. [7]
      Straddle injuries in female children and adolescents: 10-year accident and management analysis.Saxena AK, Steiner M, Höllwarth ME Indian journal of pediatrics (2014)
    8. [8]
      Retrospective review of unintentional female genital trauma at a pediatric referral center.Spitzer RF, Kives S, Caccia N, Ornstein M, Goia C, Allen LM Pediatric emergency care (2008)
    9. [9]
      Identification of males at increased risk for genital human papillomavirus (HPV) infection among patients referred for urological consultation.de Carvalho JJ, de Carvalho JZ, Rosa NT, de Carvalho LZ, Syrjänen KJ Scandinavian journal of infectious diseases (2007)
    10. [10]
      Prevalence of genital human papillomavirus infections established using different diagnostic techniques among males attending a urological clinic.de Carvalho JJ, Syrjänen KJ, Jacobino M, Rosa NT, Carvalho LZ Scandinavian journal of urology and nephrology (2006)
    11. [11]
    12. [12]
      Pseudohermaphroditism, glomerulopathy and Wilms' tumour (Drash syndrome): a case report.Hutson JM, Werther G Journal of paediatrics and child health (1990)
    13. [13]
      Practice changes in response to the malpractice litigation climate. Results of a Maryland physician survey.Weisman CS, Morlock LL, Teitelbaum MA, Klassen AC, Celentano DD Medical care (1989)
    14. [14]
      Neonatal genital trauma.Finan BF, Redman JF Urology (1985)

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