Sexually transmitted infections: screening, syndromes, and symptoms.
STI are among the most common pathological conditions affecting sexually active adolescents. Both screening of asymptomatic adolescents and a thoughtful, thorough approach to the evaluation of symptoms are critical measures in STI identification and control.
Holland-Hall
Cynthia
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Department of Pediatrics, The Ohio State University College of Medicine and Public Health, Children's Hospital, 700 Children's Drive, Columbus, 43205, USA. hollandc@pediatrics.ohio-state.edu
D000293:Adolescent; D000295:Adolescent Medicine / Q000379:methods*; D000328:Adult; D003955:Diagnostic Tests, Routine; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008403:Mass Screening / Q000379:methods*; D010808:Physical Examination; D012749:Sexually Transmitted Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000503:physiopathology* / Q000628:therapy