Health Reference Series: Sexually Transmitted Diseases Sourcebook
Health Reference Series: Sexually Transmitted Diseases Sourcebook
Editor/Author
Williams, Angela L.
Publication Year: 2019
Publisher: Omnigraphics, Inc.
Single-User Purchase Price:
$95.00

Unlimited-User Purchase Price:
$142.50
ISBN: 978-1-78785-381-2
Category: Health & Medicine - Medicine
Image Count:
12
Book Status: Available
Table of Contents
Sexually Transmitted Diseases Sourcebook, Seventh Edition offers basic information about sexual health and the screening, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of common sexually transmitted diseases, including chancroid, chlamydia, gonorrhea, herpes, hepatitis, human immunodeficiency virus (HIV/AIDS), human papillomavirus (HPV), syphilis, and trichomoniasis. It discusses trends in STD rates, developments in STD vaccine research, tips on talking to doctors and sexual partners, a glossary of related terms, and resources for additional help and information.
This book is found in the following Credo Collections:
Table of Contents
- Preface
- Part I: Introduction to Sexually Transmitted Diseases
- Chapter 1—Overview of Sexual Health and the Reproductive System
- Chapter 2—Understanding Sexually Transmitted Diseases
- Chapter 3—Trends in Sexually Transmitted Diseases
- Chapter 4—Sexually Transmitted Diseases in General Population
- Chapter 5—Sexually Transmitted Diseases in Special Populations
- Chapter 6—Racial Disparities in Sexually Transmitted Disease Rates
- Chapter 7—Sexually Transmitted Diseases in People in Correctional Facilities
- Chapter 8—Specific Research Studies on Sexually Transmitted Diseases
- Part II: Types of Sexually Transmitted Diseases
- Chapter 9—Classification of Sexually Transmitted Diseases
- Chapter 10—Chancroid
- Chapter 11—Chlamydia
- Chapter 12—Donovanosis (Granuloma Inguinale)
- Chapter 13—Gonorrhea
- Chapter 14—Herpes Simplex
- Chapter 15—Hepatitis
- Chapter 16—Human Immunodeficiency Virus and Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome
- Chapter 17—Human Papillomavirus
- Chapter 18—Lymphogranuloma Venereum
- Chapter 19—Syphilis
- Chapter 20—Trichomoniasis
- Part III: Complications That May Accompany Sexually Transmitted Disease Infection
- Chapter 21—Infections and Syndromes That Develop after Sexual Contact
- Chapter 22—Cervicitis
- Chapter 23—Epididymitis
- Chapter 24—Infertility Linked to Sexually Transmitted Disease Infection
- Chapter 25—Neurosyphilis
- Chapter 26—Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
- Chapter 27—Pregnancy Complications and Sexually Transmitted Diseases
- Chapter 28—Vaginitis
- Part IV: Sexually Transmitted Diseases Testing and Treatment Concerns
- Chapter 29—Testing for Sexually Transmitted Diseases
- Chapter 30—Talking to Your Healthcare Professional about Sexually Transmitted Diseases
- Chapter 31—Confidentiality Issues Associated with Sexually Transmitted Disease Testing
- Chapter 32—Is There a Cure for Sexually Transmitted Diseases or Sexually Transmitted Infections?
- Chapter 33—Understanding Antibiotic Resistance and Sexually Transmitted Disease Treatment
- Chapter 34—Beware of Fake Sexually Transmitted Diseases Treatment Products
- Part V: Sexually Transmitted Diseases Risks and Prevention
- Chapter 35—Sexual Behaviors That Increase the Likelihood of Sexually Transmitted Disease Transmission
- Chapter 36—Factors That Can Increase Human Immunodeficiency Virus Risk Other than Sex
- Chapter 37—Other Behaviors That Increase Sexually Transmitted Disease Risk
- Chapter 38—How Can We Reduce Sexually Transmitted Disease Risks?
- Chapter 39—Talking to Your Child or Teen about Sexually Transmitted Diseases
- Chapter 40—Prevention of Sexually Transmitted Diseases
- Chapter 41—Post/Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis
- Part VI: Living with Sexually Transmitted Diseases
- Chapter 42—Talking about Your Human Immunodeficiency Virus Status
- Chapter 43—Sexually Transmitted Diseases Medicines and Vaccines
- Chapter 44—Starting Human Immunodeficiency Virus Care
- Chapter 45—Taking Care of Yourself
- Part VII: Additional Help and Information
- Chapter 46—Glossary of Terms Related to Sexually Transmitted Diseases
- Chapter 47—Directory of Organizations That Provide Information about Sexually Transmitted Diseases