Group A Streptococcus vulvovaginitis in breastfeeding women.
Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.ajog.2008.02.045.
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Abstract
Group A beta-hemolytic streptococcus-associated vulvovaginitis is uncommon in adult women. Clinicians should include group A beta-hemolytic streptococcus as a possible cause of vulvovaginal symptoms in breastfeeding women. Along with appropriate antibiotic therapy, vaginal estrogen therapy may be considered to diminish susceptibility to recurrent infection in women with vaginal atrophy.
Medical subject headings
- Breast Feeding
- Streptococcus pyogenes
- Vulvovaginitis