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Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are a worldwide problem affecting all nations and races. Such diseases are especially prevalent in developing countries where insufficient health care centers, inadequate laboratory capabilities, and the unavailablity of appropriate treatment perpetuate the problem. Sexually Transmitted Diseases: Epidemiology, Pathology, Diagnosis, and Treatment addresses the therapeutic challenges posed by Sexually transmitted diseases. It covers bacterial, spirochete, fungal, protozoan, viral, and ectoparasite infections. Strategies and progress in eliminating these diseases worldwide are discussed. ... Read more

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...even though the United States is one of the world's most highlydeveloped nations, it lead's in the rate of STDs...the contributors tothis book attempt to find out why this is so and and offer preventivemeasures. ... Read more

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The article is excerpted fromGale Encyclopedia of Medicine.

Consult the second edition of this authoritative, comprehensive, in-depth medical guide for information on more than 1,700 medical topics in language accessible to adult laypersons. Presented in a single alphabetical sequence, articles range in length from one or two paragraphs for minor topics, to several pages or more for major topics. Disease/disorder articles typically cover definition; description; causes and symptoms; diagnosis; treatments; prevention; and more. Test/treatment articles typically cover definition; purposes; precautions; preparation; risks; normal and abnormal results; and much more. This second edition includes more than 200 new entries, 300 updated entries, approximately 650 color images and illustrations, and a comprehensive subject index. New features include biographical and historical sidebars throughout the text.

Disease/disorder articles contain some or all of the following sections:

• Definitions -- brief dictionary-style definition of the disorder
• Descriptions -- overview of the disorder; who gets it and why
• Causes & symptoms -- process, substance or organism that produces the condition; any risk factors that increase susceptibility to the condition; signs and symptoms of the disease
• Diagnosis -- overview of procedures and tests used to diagnose the condition; how the test is done; who should be tested and when; time required; cost; whether it's typically covered by insurance
• Treatments -- overview of conventional methods of care or management of the condition, such as drugs, surgeries, physical therapy, etc.
• Alternative treatments -- overview of alternative/complementary therapies that may be used to treat the condition
• Prognosis -- probable outcome of the disease
• Preventions -- what actions can be taken to prevent the condition from occurring

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Molecular and Cell Biology of Human Diseases reviews thestatus of research on a range of sexually transmitted diseases whoseincidencehas paralleled the increase in HIV infection and examinesthe ways inwhich new methods are influencing current practice andare likely toshape future management. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Family Practice News, published by International Medical News Group on May 1, 2000. The length of the article is 623 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

Citation Details
Title: Most Adolescents Received an 'F' on STD Knowledge Test.(sexually transmitted disease knowledge)(Brief Article)
Author: Mitchel L. Zoler
Publication: Family Practice News (Magazine/Journal)
Date: May 1, 2000
Publisher: International Medical News Group
Volume: 30Issue: 9Page: 65

Article Type: Brief Article

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There are 12 million new cases of sexually transmitted diseases every year.
This growing world-wide problem has captured the concern of medical professionals, behavioural scientists, and public health officials.
Sexually Transmitted Diseases: Vaccines, Prevention and Control provides a comprehensive assessment of the global epidemiology of sexually transmitted diseases plus current data on various strategies for controlling the epidemic, with particular focus on vaccines. The editors and authors represent the leading authorities in the field and provide international and multi-disciplinary expertise.
This book is essential reading for all researchers and clinicians working in infectious diseases, virology, microbiology, immunology and vaccine development. This work will also be of key interest to medical students, physicians and workers in pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies and public and world health organisations.

Key Features
* Comprehensive coverage of epidemiology, physiology and immunology
* General preventive strategies such as behavioural modification, barrier methods and topical microbicides
* Individual chapters on Herpes Simplex Virus, Papillomavirus, Hepatitis B, HIV, Syphilis, Gonorrhoea, Cytomegalovirus and Chlamydia
* Pathogenesis, microbiology and clinical manifestations of each STD
* Current advances in vaccine development
* Foreword by Julius Schachter, President of the American STD Association ... Read more

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In the 1960s and 1970s, many assumed that sexually transmitted diseases would soon be completely eradicated. But with the advent of AIDS and antibiotic-resistant strains of syphilis and gonorrhea, STDs once again became a serious problem. This anthology provides an overview of the most common STDs, concentrating on issues of prevention and treatment. ... Read more

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Fully up to date, this 3rd Edition provides a clinically oriented, full-color illustrated review of all aspects of sexually transmitted diseases (STD), including HIV and AIDS. A respected group of international experts presents in-depth discussions on the epidemiology and clinical manifestations of each infection, the tests available to reach a definitive diagnosis, therapeutic options, treatment guidelines, prevention strategies, and management of complications. ... Read more

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The prevalence and prevention of AIDS, herpes and other sexually transmitted diseases is the focus of this informative collection. ... Read more