Publisher's Synopsis
This book provides up-to-date information on sexually transmitted infections, including their diagnosis, treatment and prevention strategies. Apart from dermato-venereologists and dermatology trainees, this book will also be useful to general practitioners and paramedical staff involved in the care of patients with sexually transmitted infections and HIV. This book can also serve as a textbook of sexually transmitted infections for students pursuing MBBS as well as MD/Diploma in Dermatovenereology. The students will find it particularly useful for a quick revision because of its point-wise description of diseases and treatment guidelines.
Salient features of the book:
- All STIs are covered
- Succinct presentation
- Historical aspects
- Latest treatment guidelines: CDC, WHO and NACO
- Differential diagnosis: Genital ulcer, vaginal discharge and inguinal bubo
- Bedside tests and specimen collection
- Point-of-care tests
- Multiplex PCR in STIs
- Persistent and recurrent urethritis
- STIs in children and adolescents
