From the Book - Sixth edition.
Introduction to sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Overview of sexual health and the reproductive system ; Understanding sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) ; The global HIV/AIDs epidemic ; Trends in STD infection in the United States ; Women and STDs ; Sexually transmitted diseases in men ; Child sexual abuse and STDs ; STDs in adolescents and young adults ; STDs in older adults ; STDs in racial and ethnic minorities ; STDs in people in correctional facilities ; Why STD prevention is important
Types of STDs. Common symptoms of STDs ; Chancroid ; Chlamydia ; Granuloma inguinale (donovanosis) ; Gonorrhea ; Herpes ; Hepatitis ; HIV/AIDS ; Human Papillomavirus (HPV) ; Lymphogranuloma Venereum ; Syphilis ; Trichomononiasis
Complications that may accompany STD infection. Infections and syndromes that develop after sexual contact ; Cervicitis ; Congenital syphilis ; Epididymitis ; Infertility linked to STD infection ; Neurosyphilis ; Pelvic inflammatory disease ; Pregnancy complications and STDs ; Vaginitis
STD testing and treatment concerns. Frequently asked questions about STD and HIV testing ; Newly diagnosed: what you need to know ; STD and HIV screening recommendations ; Talking to your health care professional about STDs ; Confidentiality issues associated with STD testing ; Understanding antibiotic resistance and STD treatment ; Beware of fake STD treatment products
STD risks and prevention. Sexual behaviors that increase the likelihood of STD transmission ; STDs and substance use ; Other behaviors that increase STD risk ; Talking to sexual partners can reduce STD risk ; Talking to your child or teen about STD prevention ; Overview of sex education ; Sex education and STD prevention ; Preventing STDs with safer sex ; Preventing STDs after possible or certain exposure ; Preventing mother-to-child HIV transmission ; Needle exchange programs ; STD vaccines and microbicides
Healthy living with HIV. HIV: life after diagnosis ; Opportunistic infections ; Partnering with your health care provider ; Meeting the cost for medical care ; The importance of a healthy diet ; Family planning and HIV ; Smoking, substance abuse, and HIV ; Things to be aware of while traveling abroad
Glossary of terms related to sexually transmitted diseases
Directory of organizations that provide information about sexually transmitted diseases.
