Stevens-Johnson syndrome frequently affects the genitalia.
Vaginal problems have been recognized in female patients; however, reports about the problem and its treatment are rare. Labial sinechiae have not yet been reported as sequelae of Stevens-Johnson syndrome. Amenorrhea, cyclical abdominal pain, and a hypogastric mass in girls affected by Stevens-Johnson syndrome could indicate acquired vaginal obstruction. Extensive labial sinechiae in such patients can cause dysuria, urinary tract infection, and sexual dysfunction. After a diagnosis of Stevens-Johnson syndrome in girls, it is prudent to schedule a prepubertal genital examination to diagnose genital disease preemptively and avoid obstructed menstruation and future sexual problems.
Written by:
de Jesus LE, Dekermacher S, Manhães CR, Faria LM, Barros ML. Are you the author?
Division of Pediatric Surgery and Urology, Servidores do Estado Federal Hospital, Ministry of Health, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Reference: Urology. 2012 Oct;80(4):919-21.
doi: 10.1016/j.urology.2012.06.051
PubMed Abstract
PMID: 22921694
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