Help and Care Seeking for Sexually Transmitted Infections Among Youth in Low- and Middle-Income Countries.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The ability to seek help or medical care for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) is vital for sexually active youth; yet, their needs are often unmet.

Methods

We conducted a qualitative systematic review of studies to assess youth and provider views about the behaviors of young people in help seeking and care seeking for STI services in low- and middle-income countries. We searched peer-reviewed literature for studies published between 2001 and 2014 with a study population of youth (age, 10-24 years) and/or health service providers. Eighteen studies were identified for inclusion from 18 countries. Thematic analyses identified key themes across the studies.

Results

The majority of studies included discussion of youth not seeking treatment, resorting to se

SUBMITTER: Newton-Levinson A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5434953 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature