title: Sexually transmitted diseases in blacks.
abstract: The dermatologic findings indicative of STDs are invaluable clues to accurate diagnosis. The sexual consorts of confirmed and suspected STD patients must be promptly evaluated and treated of disease spread is to be curtailed. It is important to remember that some patients will present with more than one STD (Fig. 36). Sexually transmitted diseases in black patients may be atypical or exaggerated because of the host's unique tissue response. Every patient should be counseled regarding "safer sex."
mesh_terms: D044383:Black People; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D012749:Sexually Transmitted Diseases / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000208:ethnology* / Q000628:therapy; D012871:Skin Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy