A large study has investigated whether a history of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) or positive STI serology is associated with outcomes of BPH and related lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). Although small case–control studies and cross-sectional surveys have indicated an association between STIs and LUTS, Breyer et al. found no associations between most STIs and BPH/LUTs-related outcomes. They did report, however, that Trichomonas vaginalis warrants further study.
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Are STIs linked with BPH/LUTS outcomes?. Nat Rev Urol 12, 122 (2015). https://doi.org/10.1038/nrurol.2015.20
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1038/nrurol.2015.20