A patient nervously explains that she has just become sexually active and has a rash. She quickly states that it can't be a sexually transmitted disease (STD) because "he used a condom." The nurse examines the patient and finds her vagina to be erythematous and edematous. Based on the data, which is the most likely cause for the patient's symptoms?

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The symptoms described, such as erythema (redness) and edema (swelling) of the vagina, are more indicative of a local allergic reaction rather than an infection. Since the patient mentioned condom use and did not specify any other symptoms that are typically associated with sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) like HPV or gonorrhea, and there's no specific mention of symptoms typical of a bacterial infection (which would usually include discharge, odor, etc.), a latex allergy from the condom is the most likely cause.

A Patient Nervously Explains That She Has Just Become Sexually