Sexually transmitted infections. Screening and diagnosis guidelines for primary care pediatricians.
Sexually transmitted infections are an important aspect of clinical care for adolescents. Recognition of common STI syndromes allows more efficient diagnosis and treatment. Prevention of infections by counseling, provision of condoms, periodic screening of at-risk teens, and treatment of partners all contribute to the sexual health of adolescent patients.
Fortenberry
J Dennis
JD
Section of Adolescent Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis IN, USA.
D000293:Adolescent; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008403:Mass Screening / Q000379:methods*; D010372:Pediatrics / Q000379:methods; D017410:Practice Guidelines as Topic; D011320:Primary Health Care / Q000379:methods; D012749:Sexually Transmitted Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000382:microbiology / Q000517:prevention & control