Chlamydia All sexually active non pregnant women under 25 years of age should be screened opportunistically for chlamydia infection (A). Those infected should be screened again after 6 12 months because of the high risk of reinfection Male partners of infected females should be treated (A). Men who have sex with men should be screened […]
Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) A key skill involved in the assessment and management of STIs is taking a sexual history. A nonjudgmental environment which is supportive for patients to discuss sexual matters is essential. It is important to ask open questions and to avoid terms that make assumptions about sexual behaviour or orientation (e.g.; by […]
Syphilis The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) strongly recommends that clinicians screen persons at increased risk for syphilis infection (A) The USPSTF strongly recommends that clinicians screen all pregnant women for syphilis infection (A) The USPSTF recommends against routine screening of asymptomatic persons who are not at increased risk for syphilis infection(D) Clinical Considerations […]