Book Description
From the author's world renown collection of clinical photographs comes this unprecedented collage of full color views of common and uncommon sexually transmitted diseases. An invaluable tool for differential diagnosis of STDs, the atlas features one to two color photograph for each disorder and accompanies those with the salient points of epidemiology, clinical signs, physical exam, diagnosis and management. Therapy is expanded in this edition and new photographs are provided for the HIV, AIDS, opportunistic infections and much more. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (2)

Dr.Azeem Alam Khan.M.B.,B.S.,(QAU),M.ScDermatology(UK),FACP
I read this wonderful book today and find it simple,easy to read,color illustrations are there with the text.I have read this book during my Genitourinary Examination and found it very useful,this is the main reason that I bought this book.I recommend this book to all the doctors related to genitourinary medicine,dermatologists and venereologist.It is also useful for the G.P's and medical students so that they can get a basic idea about the sexually transmitted diseases and their presentations.At the end I would like to congratulate Dr.H.Hunter Handsfieldon writing such a wonderful book.

Wonderful information
I believe this was a great book, it provided a lot of needed information on stds, the contraction of certain disease, etc. It was almost like a reference guide to me. It made me feel much better after i had gained all the needed knowledge. STD'Sare one of those "quiet diseases", that nobody really talks about...However,you have to get your information from somewhere, right?....So why not get it from a reliable source with a huge layout of information.(even pictures)So, all in all i rate this book a 5, i doubt it could throughly describe std's any better then it did. ... Read more

Book Description

The most respected, all-in-one global STD reference - now in full-color

With a level of detail and scientific rigor that no other text can match, Sexually Transmitted Diseases takes you through all aspects of STDs, from epidemiology to diagnosis and public health measures.Featuring an exciting new full-color format, the fourth edition of Sexually Transmitted Diseases delivers the most encyclopedic overview of the clinical, microbiological, and public health aspects of STDs, including HIV. Turn to any page, and you'll find essential coverage of critical new developments in vaccines and prevention, global epidemiology, new treatments, and much more.

Book Description

Every year, millions of people are exposed to a sexually transmitted disease. And many people who are sexually active often worry about being infected. In her comprehensive guide to STDs, Dr. Lisa Marr tells readers everything they need to know about avoiding, preventing, and treating these diseases.

Complete and up-to-date, this book describes safer sex practices, testing protocols, and symptoms, and details commonly known treatments as well as significant recent medical advances -- including new testing for the herpes virus, the vaccine against the human papilloma virus (HPV), and new discoveries about the effectiveness of spermicides and condoms. For each disease, Dr. Marr offers the latest Sexually Transmitted Disease Treatment Guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Forthright, compassionate, and practical, this guide is a trusted source of advice for anyone who is sexually active.

Customer Reviews (4)

clear thorough facts
As a Public Health professional, I have read many books about sexually transmitted diseases over the years. I recommend this one (the second edition)for professionals and interested laypersons. I believe it has the most complete and up to date information.

Sexually Transmitted Disease by Marr
This book explains the male and female anatomy with particular
emphasis on the causes and prevention of classic sexually
transmitted diseases and disease processes. The author
discusses herpes, lice, warts, yeast infections, testicle
bacteria, gonorrhea, prostrate infections, urinary tract
infections and a whole host of infectious diseases. There is
an exhaustive discussion of safe sex which includes:
o monogamy
o abstinence
o testing and checkups
o avoidance of risk behaviors
o outercourse
o chlamydia bacteria and special tests PCR, LCR

This book is valuable for anyone travelling overseas with an
expectation of engaging multiple sex partners. The author
explains the major disease processes, prevention strategies,
testing, diagnosis and modern treatment modalities. The book is
worth the price if you have questions about sexual contact and
the risks/precautions involved.

If use is any indication...
I am a consumer health librarian, and I keep a pretty close eye on my book collection to see what is being used.Although this book has never checked out in the 10 months we've had it, several times a week it moves around: it gets misshelved, set on top of the bookcase, taken into our waiting or reading area, left on a chair, etc.What this says to me is that there is a real demand for this information, but people are not inclined to check the book out and take it home (who wants to be spotted on the bus carrying a book on STDs?).So, people are sneaking a peek at the information when they can.

Besides being heavily used, this is a fine book that covers the full gamut of STDs, including many that I had not heard of (and I'm pretty savvy about medical terms and disease names), and helpful sections on genital anatomy, "What is 'safe sex'?", a symptom key, what to expect in an examination, and a section on how open communication can help save your life and health in a sexual situation.I wouldn't call the writing style fascinating, but it gets the information across in spades, and does not talk down or confuse.The book also has the full complement of appendices: resource list, glossary, bibliography (largely clinical medical articles), and an excellent index.This is a seriously good consumer health book, and I wish they were all like this, regardless of topic.

p.s.--When I went to get the book in the library stacks just now, it was misshelved again.;)

The Hard Truth
I read the book for a research paper for one of my biology classes and was very impressed with it. The writer successfully explained in layman's terms the harsh truth about STDs. I recommend it to all. Everyone needs to be aware of the world we live in and we need to know the price we can pay for the decisions we make. I live in Miami, where the sex scene is everywhere: music, the club scene, movies, the media. You need to know before the bombardment of sexhits you, so that when you make your decisions, or mistakes, you are prepared.

Educational, and yet interesting. ... Read more

Book Description

Get problem-oriented and disease-specific guidance in treating STDs-in one quick-access source

Featuring the trusted, practical format of the CURRENT series, this authoritative, quick-access guide delivers a top-to-bottom overview of STDs commonly encountered in clinical practice. The book begins with an insightful introduction to the field that emphasizes the patient-doctor relationship, and then explores clinical problems with STDs in terms of diagnostic, management, and treatment considerations.

Customer Reviews (1)

Helping consumers chart the past, present and future prognosis of treatments themselves
The third updated edition of the consumer health reference SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASES SOURCEBOOK updates all details about STDs in the general population as well as in specific groups, surveying all kinds of infections, strategies for prevention, and the latest advancements in treatment. The latter includes current research initiatives as well, helping consumers chart the past, present and future prognosis of treatments themselves.

Diane C. Donovan
California Bookwatch
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Book Description
There are more than 30 different organisms that cause infection and disease when transmitted by venereal contact. Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) represent 87 percent of all reported infections.

This encyclopedia offers entries on such topics as diseases, treatments, statistics, care centers and departments, risk factors, prevention issues, legal issues, associations and organizations, procedures, and relevant historical and political information. Entries on sexually transmitted diseases include history, causes and origins, risk factors, precautions, incidence, symptoms, special problems relating to gender, race, or poverty level, diagnosis, descriptions of diagnostic tests, defining illnesses and related disorders, treatment (drug regimens, therapies, side effects, and alternative medicine), and considerations in pregnancy.

The work concludes with a wide selection of resources including books, journals, support groups, Hotlines, organizations, and Internet sites, as well as resources for low cost prescription drug programs, social security disability, and health insurance. Clinical trials, laboratory tests, and HIV/AIDS resources are also listed. ... Read more

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Scholarly, solid information, non-technical read
This encyclopedia offers a whole lot more than just entries on the thirty plus different organisms that cause sexually transmitted diseases.The entries include not only information on the diseases but also treatment modalities, various statistics, risk factors, prevention, support organizations, and historical information.Some of the entries provide fascinating historical information and statistical relationships between the diseases and race, socio-economic level, and gender.The authors even go so far as to include competing theories about treatment, origins of the disease, etc.Even-handed and complete the Encyclopedia of Sexually Transmitted Disease is a solid survey of the current understanding of sexually transmitted diseases. ... Read more

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Before AIDS, the role of behavioral interventions in preventing transmission of sexually transmitted diseases was acknowledged in text books and journals but rarely promoted effectively in public health practice. Informed by a comprehensive knowledge of behavioral theory, intervention methods, and affected populations, the authors of this important book examine the central role of behavioral interventions in combating STDs. The book addresses the complexities and social contexts of human behaviors which spread STDs, the cultural barriers to STD education (ranging from conservative mores to "stay out of my bedroom" libertarianism), and the sociopolitical nuances surrounding treatment. Over forty contributors offer a practical appraisal of what is being done now and what can be improved, such as: an overview of current behavioral and biomedical interventions for STD prevention and control, a discussion of what works for individuals, groups, and communities, up to date thinking about such traditional prevention approaches as partner notification and health care seeking, STD prevention strategies with high-risk populations, including drug users, gay men, teenagers, incarcerated persons, and persons with repeat infections, the state of prevention technology: condoms, vaccines, the Internet, ethical, economic, and policy issues in STD prevention, applying intervention models to real-world situations, guidelines for program evaluation and improvement.

Book Description
The teen years can be a minefield of confusing and embarrassing experiences, with transitions in every aspect of life: interacting with family, socializing with friends, and coping with a school workload and perhaps a first job. Add to this burden the need to endure the physical changes that come with puberty and young adulthood. Teens often feel uncomfortable discussing these changes with adults and may be especially hesitant to approach parents or teachers with questions about sexual health. Yet many teens do need guidance in understanding the reproductive-health issues they face, whether or not they are personally sexually active.

This volume of the Teen Health Series provides information about all aspects of sexual health, from what's normal and what's not during puberty to facts about sexually transmitted diseases. Also addressed are questions about hygiene, diseases of the reproductive system that are not sexually transmitted, pregnancy and contraception, and societal issues such as date rape. ... Read more

Book Description
Information and pictures on many of the Sexually Transmitted Diseases. This is the STD Manual included as bonus material on the 90 minute DVD entitled "Sexually Transmitted Diseases". This manual contains information and pictures on sexually transmitted diseases. Parents should review the information and photographs for appropriateness for their children as this manual not only contains detailed infromation but also EXPLICIT PHOTOGRAPHS of genital areas and the effects of sexually transmitted diseases. Some of the diseases explained in this manual are gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, scabies, pediculosis, vaginitis, chlamydia, lymphogranuloma venereum, molluscum contagiosum, chancroid, granuloma inguinale, condylomata acuminata, reiter's syndrome, and AIDS. ... Read more

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Notjust for those with STD !
I found this book to be very interesting and full of useful information. It contained information that would be very helpful to parents on theproper way to have their little girls bathe and use proper hygiene. Thisbook should even be read by teenagers before they engage in sexual activityfor the first time. It could save them from STD in the future. As a marriedfemale with two daughters ,I learned things I never knew about caring formyself and my husband before,during and after making love. This book is amust for everyone !Not just for those with STD.This book teaches you howto do the things you enjoy doing with your mate or partner in a safeenjoyable way! ... Read more

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What a wake up call!
I was once a sex educator and this was my trusty companion. I guarantee if you read this book...you will only practice safe sex from then on. Read it...it's a real eye opener.

Dr.Azeem Alam Khan.M.B.,B.S.,M.Sc Clinical Dermatology (UK)
I am Dr.Khan from Saudi Arabia.I read this book when I was doing my training in Genitourinay Medicine from University of London UK.I found this book simple,easy to understand,the pictures are marvelous.It helped me allot in preparing for my exams.I still consult it off and on.I have also read it's old edition but the new one has focused allot on HIV related disorders. I reccomend this book to all the venereologists,dermatologists,and those who are related to genitourinary medicine.This book is a great contribution in the field of Venereology! ... Read more

Book Description
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) are among the most common infectious diseases in the United States today. More than 20 STDs have been identified, and they affect more than 13 million men and women in the United States each year. Nearly two-thirds of all STDs occur in people younger than 25 years of age. Understanding the basic facts about STDs--how they are spread, their symptoms, and how they are treated--is the first step toward prevention.

The new edition of Sexually Transmitted Diseases Sourcebook provides updated information about the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of most sexually transmitted diseases. It also covers prevention issues, such as condom use, vaccines, and STD education, and issues related to youth and adolescents. A glossary and a list of resources for additional help and information are also included. ... Read more

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EveryBody, Revised Edition, is a developmentally appropriate, research-based curriculum about HIV and other sexually transmitted disease prevention for fith through ninth grade students. This curriculum is medically accurate and comprehensive. It respects the beliefs and concerns held by young teens, their families and community. This manual focuses on promoting healthy behaviors through risk elimination (abstinence) and risk reduction strategies. This is a flexible yet structured prevention model intended for local adaptation. ... Read more

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curriculum is one that should be mandatory in all middle schools
How do you teach adolescents to save their own lives? How do you reach through the ideas they have about STDs and their own omnipotence? "EveryBody" is THE curriculum for students in grades 5-9, about HIV, AIDS and STD prevention. This is a powerful guide for teachers, counselors and parents to utilize in making a difference in, and more than likely saving, the lives of today's youth.

Communication, in the fight against HIV and other communicable diseases, is essential between child and adult, teacher and student, and all individuals dealing in possibly unsafe behaviors. How is communication learned? "EveryBody" opens the doors to communication. The activities, meticulously described, spark discussions and discussions encourage empowerment in the individual.

Many lessons are shared in "EveryBody": the specifics of STDs and prevention methods, the generalities of stereotypes, risk taking, reduction and elimination, and so much more. Students will come away with a better understanding of these topics and just as important, a better understanding of themselves.

Some adults may think that "EveryBody" goes beyond what is expected for a 5th-9th grade curriculum. However, "EveryBody" is developmentally appropriate and extensive research shows that is does indeed meet the needs of today's adolescents. Every year in the U.S., half of all new HIV infections occur among people under the age of 25. One in four of new infections occur among those between the ages of 13 and 20. Isn't it best to empower our youth before they become a statistic? The fact is that the majority of American adolescents are sexually active by 12th grade. This is life threatening behavior. Addressing the factors head on is the only way to prevent fatal mistakes.

The curriculum that "EveryBody" is, is not lecture and testing, but rather it is innovative and connected to scientific theory. Students act out the lessons and in essence, become the subject matter. For example, when marker ink, representing infectious bodily fluids, makes its way from student to student, they see point blank, how easily they can become infected, and learn how to prevent that from happening. A fairly simple exercise that will hit home and, in context, will get the message across that HIV prevention is a very serious matter.

The lessons are well written, comprehensive and easily comprehended. The curriculum is one that should be mandatory in all middle schools. Our youth need to learn responsibility for their health and as a parent, I would rather these lessons not be learned the hard way.

Essential reading for our middle and high school students
EveryBody is just the sort of honest, compassionate work to open the dialogues we must be having with our middle and high school students.Deborah Schoeberlein did thorough research, not only in HIV risk factors and trasmission, but in educational models so that teens will listen.School districts, youth groups, health classes need EveryBody.

Youth really learn with Everybody Curriculum
One of the unique aspects of the Everybody model is that is very interactive and help youth to be fully engage in the learning process. I am using Everybody Curriculum in my skills building training with youth. I found students really learn a lot about this disease,their own attitudes toward prevention and how to be respectful of their lives.

"Everybody:..., Revised Edition"
Absolutely first rate.The best literature on the subject.

Parent of Daughter
We know that communication is critically important and that pre-teens and teens will make better decisions with good information.But discussing subjects that most of us know little about, or find difficult to discuss, with our children is critical.This book is a must for parents, because frankly, is your child's school doing everything they should be doing? Will the teachers be around when your child needs your help?Read the book!!Get informed! And get the tools to be the best parent you can be. ... Read more