22nd May 2025

A 16-year-old female has been admitted to hospital with a UTI.

A 16-year-old female has been admitted to hospital with a UTI. She has been commenced on nitrofurantoin. She complains of discomfort and vaginal discharge, and so you undertake a physical examination with an appropriate chaperone. On examination, there is distortion of the labia and scar tissue over the clitoral hood. When you discuss your findings with the patient, she states that she would rather not speak about it. What is the next most appropriate course of action?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.