Management of HIV infection in adolescents attending inner London HIV services.

abstract：:The persistent sexual arousal syndrome (PSAS) is a newly described entity where the woman becomes involuntarily genitally aroused for extended periods of time in the absence of sexual desire and is distressed by this situation. The cause of this sexual problem is not well understood. We describe such a case where the ...

journal_title：International journal of STD & AIDS

authors： Bell C,Richardson D,Goldmeier D,Crowley T,Kocsis A,Hill S

更新日期：2007-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Domestic violence (DV) occurs frequently within the UK, with one in four women and one in six men experiencing DV during their life. DV is the leading cause of morbidity for women aged 19-44 years and is associated with sexual health problems. However, few data exist on the prevalence of DV in UK genitourinary (GU) me...

journal_title：International journal of STD & AIDS

authors： Sanmani L,Sheppard ZA,Chapman C

更新日期：2013-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Successful cervical screening programmes depend on the participation of an informed target population. A national cervical screening programme is shortly to be introduced in the Republic of Ireland. We compare the knowledge, attitudes and practice of 395 Irish urban women with 323 high-risk women, genitourinary medici...

journal_title：International journal of STD & AIDS

authors： ní Riain A,Stewart M,Phelan D,Bury G,Mulcahy F

更新日期：2001-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We sought to describe the prevalence, trends and factors associated with late diagnosis of HIV infection between 2001 and 2008 in Catalonia, Spain. Adults over 13 years of age with available CD4 cell counts, who were notified to the Catalonia Voluntary HIV Surveillance System between January 2001 and December 2008, we...

journal_title：International journal of STD & AIDS

authors： Vives N,Carnicer-Pont D,García de Olalla P,Camps N,Esteve A,Casabona J,HIV and STI Surveillance Group.

更新日期：2012-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Little is known about the incidence of bacterial sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among HIV-infected versus HIV-uninfected adolescents. This secondary analysis of a national, multisite study included adolescents aged 12-18 years who were behaviourally HIV-infected (n = 346) or HIV-uninfected but at-risk (n = 182...

journal_title：International journal of STD & AIDS

authors： Mullins TL,Rudy BJ,Wilson CM,Sucharew H,Kahn JA

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Forty asymptomatic HIV-infected individuals with CD4+ lymphocyte levels above 400x10(6)/l were immunized over 5 years with recombinant envelope glycoprotein gp160 (rgp160). After 5 years there was a trend towards more non-progressors in the immunized group as compared to the matched controls. Since immunizations could...

journal_title：International journal of STD & AIDS

authors： Bratt G,Eriksson LE,Sandström E,Gilljam G,Hinkula J,Albert J,Redfield R,Wahren B

更新日期：1999-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In the Sexual Health Strategy, the targets of HIV testing uptake in genitourinary medicine clinics (GUM) are set at 40% by year 2004 and 60% by 2007. We assessed the uptake of HIV test amongst GUM clinic attendees, more than six months after introducing an information leaflet in place of verbal pre-test counselling (P...

journal_title：International journal of STD & AIDS

authors： Das S,Huengsberg M,Radcliffe K

更新日期：2004-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in Vietnam have been increasing. Control of STIs among female sex workers (FSWs) is important in controlling the epidemic. Effective STI control requires that physicians are skilful in taking sexual history for FSW patients. Three hundred and seventy-one physicians responded to a...

journal_title：International journal of STD & AIDS

authors： Do K,Minichiello V,Hussain R,Khan A

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Seventy-two blood donors who were tested positive by the Singapore Blood Transfusion Service (SBTS) for Treponema pallidum haemagglutination (TPHA) test, were evaluated at the Department of Sexually Transmitted Diseases Clinic (DSC) between November 1994 to December 1996. All underwent syphilis serological testing, in...

journal_title：International journal of STD & AIDS

authors： Wong SS,Teo DL,Chan RK

更新日期：1997-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 46-year-old Caucasian heterosexual male was referred to a dedicated AIN clinic from colorectal multidisciplinary meeting (MDM) with AIN 3 following complete resection of anal squamous cell carcinoma (SCC). On further questioning, he revealed that he also had a lesion on his penis. Histology of the penile lesion demo...

journal_title：International journal of STD & AIDS

authors： Buba A,Howard M,Stockford G,Farrands P,Richardson D

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The prompt and effective treatment of pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) may reduce the risk of complications such as infertility, ectopic pregnancy and pelvic pain. We conducted a national audit to investigate the treatment of women diagnosed with PID and associated rates of partner notification in genitourinary (GU) ...

journal_title：International journal of STD & AIDS

authors： Oroz C,Bailey H,Hollows K,Lee J,Mullan H,Theobald N,UK BASHH SAS Group.

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:External genital warts, caused by human papillomavirus, have a significant clinical, epidemiological, and financial impact, including the risk for malignant transformation. Treatment modalities include: (a) destructive (ablative); (b) cytotoxic (proapoptotic) and (c) immunomodulatory, with success and recurrence rates...

journal_title：International journal of STD & AIDS

authors： Juhl ME,Seferovic V,Antonijevic S,Krunic A

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Over the Christmas and New Year period the Health Education Authority launched a sexual health promotion campaign aimed at increasing the awareness of and reducing the incidence of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and unwanted pregnancy. We undertook a study to assess the effect of this campaign locally in 2 gen...

journal_title：International journal of STD & AIDS

authors： Riddell LA,Kuchimanchi U,Cope J,Rooney G,Sherrard J

更新日期：2000-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The World Health Organization expects the rate of new HIV infections to decline in all global regions before the year 2005, except in South East Asia. More than 3 million people become HIV infected each year in South East Asia. It is incorrect to discuss it as a whole since the cultures in the region are so differen...

journal_title：International journal of STD & AIDS

authors： Dwyer JM

更新日期：1996-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Combination antiretroviral therapy promotes longer life expectancy, making it possible for perinatally HIV-infected patients to achieve adulthood. Past therapy was not always optimized, suggesting that virological and host features may also play a role in survival. The aim of this study is to describe characteristics ...

journal_title：International journal of STD & AIDS

authors： Martin BM,Santos JS,Scapinello FV,Ribeiro CE,Gomes-da-Silva MM,Raboni SM

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This guideline is intended to serve as a framework for those working in any location where sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are managed. It offers recommendations which will need to be adapted depending on local facilities and policies, and is not intended to be all encompassing. This guideline should be read in...

journal_title：International journal of STD & AIDS

authors： Radcliffe KW,Flew S,Poder A,Cusini M

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this study was to describe the influence of HIV infection on the staging of gastric cancer by using positron emission tomography/computed tomography (PET/CT) imaging. We treated a patient with local advanced gastric cancer. PET/CT showed an unusual hypermetabolic activity of lymph nodes, and the patient was...

journal_title：International journal of STD & AIDS

authors： Bulut N,Yılmaz B

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We present a case of acute limbic encephalitis secondary to HIV seroconversion. The patient made a gradual neurological recovery following treatment with antiretroviral therapy, steroids and intravenous immunoglobulin. ...

journal_title：International journal of STD & AIDS

authors： Scriven J,Davies S,Banerjee AK,Jenkins N,Watson J

更新日期：2011-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The objective of this study was to determine the drug resistance prevalence and its pattern among tuberculosis (TB)-HIV patients in Iran. In this retrospective study, all admitted TB/HIV patients presenting to our tertiary centre during 2005-2007 were considered. After confirmation for TB-HIV, first-line DST was perfo...

journal_title：International journal of STD & AIDS

authors： Tabarsi P,Chitsaz E,Moradi A,Baghaei P,Farnia P,Marjani M,Irannejad P,Mansouri D,Masjedi M

更新日期：2009-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Between June 1996-September 1997 and December 1998-December 1999, two surveys using an anonymous questionnaire were carried out in Europe among persons living with HIV infection. The questionnaire included questions on use of antiretrovirals, complementary or alternative medicines. Vitamins/minerals were taken by 528 ...

journal_title：International journal of STD & AIDS

authors： Colebunders R,Dreezen C,Florence E,Pelgrom Y,Schrooten W,Eurosupport Study Group.

更新日期：2003-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to determine the conditions in which self-reports provide an accurate assessment of adherence to HIV antiretrovirals. In a sample of 58 participants, self-reported and electronically monitored adherence to antiretroviral therapy were compared over a three-day period. Of the 16 who reporte...

journal_title：International journal of STD & AIDS

authors： Kimmerling M,Wagner G,Ghosh-Dastidar B

更新日期：2003-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 21-year-old man presented to genitourinary (GU) medicine physicians with (initially) painful penile and scrotal swelling. A diagnosis of ano-genital granulomatosis was confirmed on histological analysis of penile skin. Enquiring about systemic symptoms resulted in the additional diagnosis of gastrointestinal Crohn's...

journal_title：International journal of STD & AIDS

authors： Gordon KD,Brice G,Walker Y,Pollok R,Mortimer P,Slater C

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Perceived health-related quality of life (QOL) of 113 adult people living with HIV/AIDS (PHA) attending an outpatient hospital clinic was assessed upon initial registration using the Medical Outcomes Study SF-36. QOL ratings on both physical functioning and psychological well-being aspects of the SF-36 were lower than...

journal_title：International journal of STD & AIDS

authors： Burgoyne RW,Saunders DS

更新日期：2001-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Despite many reports of HIV-infected African children who have HIV-uninfected mothers, little is known about the extent and modes of horizontal HIV transmission in African children. We estimated the extent of horizontal HIV transmission in Swazi children by comparing child and mother HIV statuses in the 2006-2007 Swaz...

journal_title：International journal of STD & AIDS

authors： Okinyi M,Brewer DD,Potterat JJ

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The protozoon Blastocystis hominis may cause episodes of diarrhoea with abdominal pain, tenesmus, fever and eosinophilia. We have observed 5 cases of blastocystosis in male subjects with symptomatic HIV infection. All patients had a complete response to metronidazole. This report confirms that Blastocystis hominis may...

journal_title：International journal of STD & AIDS

authors： Garavelli PL,Scaglione L,Bicocchi R,Libanore M

更新日期：1990-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Two hundred consecutive patients with herpes zoster attending the skin clinic at the Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Centre (KCMC) were examined and checked for HIV infection. They ranged in age from 10 months to 86 years with the majority in their 20s and 30s. The dermatomes involved were thoracic (97), trigeminal (50)...

journal_title：International journal of STD & AIDS

authors： Naburi AE,Leppard B

更新日期：2000-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pthiriasis palpebrarum caused by infestation with Pthirus pubis (crab louse) draws attention to pediculosis in the pubic and inguinal region. As pthiriasis is usually transmitted by sexual contact, many cases are likely to have other sexually transmitted diseases. A multidisciplinary approach is essential in the manag...

journal_title：International journal of STD & AIDS

authors： Manjunatha NP,Jayamanne GR,Desai SP,Moss TR,Lalik J,Woodland A

更新日期：2006-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Women who have a prevention mindset may opt for concurrent use of oral pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and all forms of contraception; we therefore assessed how contraception may influence PrEP use or vice versa. We analyzed data from Kenyan and Ugandan HIV-uninfected non-pregnant women in sero-discordant partnerships...

journal_title：International journal of STD & AIDS

authors： Ngure K,Velloza J,Patel RC,Mugo NR,Bukusi EA,Haberer JE,Odoyo J,Celum C,Baeten JM,Heffron R

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This document addresses medical workforce needs for the speciality of Genitourinary Medicine (GUM) for the next 10 years. Data on current consultant numbers, working patterns and retirement are based on information from the Royal College of Physicians (RCP) Workforce Unit annual census undertaken on 30 September 2000....

journal_title：International journal of STD & AIDS

authors： Rogstad KE

更新日期：2002-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study examined whether social vulnerability is associated with HIV testing among South African men who have sex with men (MSM). A community-based survey was conducted with 300 MSM in Pretoria in 2008. The sample was stratified by age, race and residential status. Social vulnerability was assessed using measures o...

journal_title：International journal of STD & AIDS

authors： Knox J,Sandfort T,Yi H,Reddy V,Maimane S

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00