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Common health consequences of violence against women

April 24, 2022
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Physical Sexual and Reproductive Health
Abdominal/thoracic injuries Infertility
Gastrointestinal disorders  Pelvic inflammatory disease
Irritable bowel syndrome  Pregnancy complications/miscarriage
Bruises and welts Vaginal bleeding or infections
Chronic pain syndromes Unintended/unwanted pregnancy
Fractures and broken bones or teeth Abortion/unsafe abortion
Disabilities -, including injuries to the head, eyes, ears Sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV/AIDS
Death, including femicide and AIDS related death  
   

Mental Behavior
Depression Harmful alcohol and substance use
Sleeping and eating disorders Multiple sexual partners
Stress and anxiety disorders. For example,  Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Choosing abusive partners later in life
Self-harm and suicide attempts Lower rates of contraceptive and condom use
Poor self-esteem  

Adapted from: World Report on Violence and Health (WHO, 2002)

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