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Book Detail
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Sexually Transmitted Diseases Sourcebook, 8th Ed.
Chambers, James, Ed.
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Previous ISBN (13): 9780780816916 Category: ConsHlth: Disease
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Synopsis:
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) or infections (STIs), as the name indicates, are typically transmitted through sexual contact with the penis, vagina, anus, or mouth. In some cases, these diseases are transmitted in nonsexual ways-during blood transfusion, sharing needles, and so on. STDs affect people of all age groups but are more common among the young people who are sexually active. The diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of these potentially life-threatening STDs are a few of the greatest public health challenges today. The STDs have significant health consequences if they are not diagnosed and treated. Sexually Transmitted Diseases Sourcebook, Eighth Edition offers basic information about sexual health and the screening, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of common STDs, including chancroid, chlamydia, gonorrhea, herpes, hepatitis, human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), human papillomavirus (HPV), syphilis, and trichomoniasis. It discusses trends in STD rates and developments in STD vaccine research and provides tips on talking to doctors and sexual partners, a glossary of related terms, and resources for additional help and information.
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