Abstract

Introduction: Reproductive Tract Infection (RTI) is a comprehensive term encompassing various infections affecting the reproductive tract. RTIs consist of three main categories: Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs), Endogenous Infections & Iatrogenic Infections. The rapid spread of HIV and the AIDS epidemic has led to a growing focus on the study of factors associated with increased transmission of this virus. It is influenced not only by the prevalence of RTIs/STIs in the area but also by various other factors, including women's limited decision-making autonomy, their impoverished status within the family, and their health-seeking behaviour. Material & Method: The study was conducted over one year from July 2016 to June 2017, included individuals aged 18 years and above residing in the selected locality of Kanpur Nagar as study subjects. Employing a cross-sectional study design, the research had a sample size of 600 adults aged 18 years and above. The pre-structured questionnaire consisted of two sections: General Information and Specific Information. The General Information section included questions related to the biosocial characteristics of study subjects, such as age, sex, education, religion/caste, marital status, occupation, income, and family size. The Specific Information section contained questions addressing various aspects of RTIs, including symptomatology, mode of transmission, perception & treatment-seeking behaviour.

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