Question
Which of the following are risk factors for Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)?
- Use of contraceptive pills
- IUD use
- Genetic predisposition
- Sexually active teenagers
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1, 2, and 3
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| B. |
2, 3, and 4
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| C. |
1, 3, and 4
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| D. |
2, and 4
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Show Answer
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Correct Answer » D
Explanation
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Explanation:
Correct Answer:
– IUD use can increase the risk of PID, especially shortly after insertion.
– Being a sexually active teenager is also a risk factor, potentially due to higher prevalence of risk-taking behaviors and lower rates of protective measures.
Incorrect Options:
A. Oral contraceptives are typically not considered a risk factor; genetic predisposition is not a known risk factor, making this choice incorrect.
B. Genetic predisposition is not a recognized risk factor for PID.
C. Genetic predisposition is not established as a risk, and oral contraceptives generally do not increase PID risk.
High-Yield:
– PID is primarily caused by bacterial infection ascending from the lower genital tract, most commonly associated with sexually transmitted infections like Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae.
– Prevention strategies include safe sex practices, appropriate and timely STI testing, and considered use of barrier contraceptives.
