Vaginal Mucositis in Measles
1995
Vaginal Mucositis in Measles
Sample size: 2
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Ingrid A. Chamales, Peter G. Napolitano, Cesar Rosa
Primary Institution: William Beaumont Army Medical Center
Hypothesis
The presence of vaginal mucositis may be an unusual manifestation of measles.
Conclusion
Vaginal mucositis is an unusual manifestation of measles that may mimic toxic shock syndrome.
Supporting Evidence
- Both patients presented with high fever, myalgia, and exanthema.
- Vaginal mucositis was observed in both patients during a measles outbreak.
- Cervicovaginal cultures were negative for pathogens.
- Measles antibody titers were consistent with a recent infection.
Takeaway
Two women got a sore and inflamed vagina because they had measles, which is usually a childhood disease.
Methodology
Case reports of two female patients with measles and vaginal mucositis were reviewed.
Limitations
The study is based on only two case reports, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
Two female patients of reproductive age, one aged 21 and the other 31.
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