Risk sexual behaviors for sexually transmitted infections among sexual minority women: A cross-sectional study in Beijing, China

Xiaofang Wang, Enwu Liu, Mengjie Han, Yiyun Hu

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Abstract

Researchers in this study assesses risk behaviors for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among sexual minority women (SMW) in Beijing, China. A total of 1,631 SMW participated in the study. Compared with women who have sex with women exclusively, women who have sex with both women and men reported more sex partners, more likely sharing sex toys, experiencing STI infections. Digital-genital sex, using sex toys, G-spot stimulation is associated with STI symptoms. SMW in Beijing engaged in high-risk sexual behaviors that may cause substantial risk for STIs. SMW and healthcare providers should be informed and STI testing should be promoted among SMW.

Original languageEnglish
Number of pages15
JournalHealth Care for Women International
Early online date18 Jan 2024
DOIs
Publication statusE-pub ahead of print - 18 Jan 2024

Keywords

  • Sexual health
  • Sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
  • China
  • Sexual minority women

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