Treatment of sexually transmitted diseases and prevention of human immunodeficiency virus infection in developing countries

Article Abstract:

Public health officials may need to go beyond traditional health care sources to treat people with sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). A fair number of sexually active male military recruits in Thailand self-treat their STDs with antibiotics obtained from pharmacists rather than from doctors or nurses. Antibiotics and other drugs can be obtained from pharmacists without prescriptions in most Asian and African countries. Self-treatment of STD-like symptoms might not be appropriate and could lead to antibiotic resistance. This trend should be addressed, and the important role for pharmacists in STD management should be promoted.

Care and treatment, Prevention, HIV infection, HIV infections

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Antibody to Haemophilus ducreyi among trucking company workers in Kenya

Article Abstract:

East African truck drivers may be at high risk for ulcerative sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) such as chancroid. Researchers evaluated 501 East African HIV-negative truck drivers for antibodies to Haemophilus ducreyi, the organism that causes chancroid, and other STDs. Drivers also were surveyed regarding their personal and sexual histories. The 26.5% of the men who were H. ducreyi-positive were likely to travel 14 or more days per month, be older, married, have sex with prostitutes, and use alcohol. The presence of H. ducreyi was associated with the presence of other ulcerative STDs.

Health aspects, Risk factors, Demographic aspects, Truck drivers, East Africa, Chancroid

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Sexually transmitted disease care services in developing countries: improving quality and access

Article Abstract:

Many people in developing countries with a sexually transmitted disease may not receive optimal treatment. They may shun public hospitals and clinics in favor of semi-legal services in the private sector.

Central African Republic, Health care industry, Developing countries

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