The Impact of Untreated Sexually Transmitted Diseases in Women
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.52340/healthecosoc.2025.09.01.01Keywords:
public health, social stigma, mental health, sexually transmitted infectionsAbstract
Introduction: Women who have untreated sexually transmitted infections face serious physical, psychological, and social repercussions, making them a serious public health concern. to examine the long-term physical, social, and economic effects of untreated STDs in women with an emphasis on their effects on reproductive health and general well-being. Methodology: A comprehensive literature review was conducted, analysing peer-reviewed studies on the effects of untreated sexually transmitted diseases in women. Results: Untreated sexually transmitted diseases cause substantial psychological discomfort in addition to serious reproductive health issues like infertility and pelvic inflammatory disease. Social stigma and cultural hurdles restrict women from obtaining timely care, especially in impoverished populations. Additionally, women's mental and physical health is affected by the convergence of sexually transmitted diseases with intimate partner violence and sexual trauma. Conclusion: A comprehensive strategy should include regular screening, more sex education, improved access to healthcare, less stigma, and integrated mental health aid to enhance the health and quality of life of impacted women.
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