Knowledge and prevalence of common sexually transmitted infections among patients seeking care at selected health facilities in Southern Ghana.

ABSTRACT: The burden of Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) remains a public health problem that should be addressed considering its effect on society and close association with HIV. This study aimed to determine the knowledge and prevalence of common STIs and associated risk factors among adult patients seeking STI care in health facilities in Ho Municipality. This was an analytical cross-sectional study involving 178 adult clients seeking treatment for suspected STIs, from November 2020 to April 2021. Data on participants' demographic characteristics, knowledge and health-seeking behaviour for STI therapy was obtained. Urine and blood samples were also taken from each participant for microbiological screening to identify the infecting pathogen and the specific STI. Multiple logistic regression

SUBMITTER: Hutton-Nyameaye AA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11216559 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature