Sexually Transmitted Infections
Sexually Transmitted Infections
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Go to cartISBN: 9789387925526
Bind: Paperback
Year: 2018
Pages: 348
Size: 153 x 229 mm
Publisher: Viva Books Originals
Sales Territory: Worldwide
This book provides up-to-date information on sexually transmitted infections, including their diagnosis, treatment and prevention strategies. Apart from dermato-venereologists and dermatology trainees, this book will also be useful to general practitioners and paramedical staff involved in the care of patients with sexually transmitted infections and HIV. This book can also serve as a textbook of sexually transmitted infections for students pursuing MBBS as well as MD/Diploma in Dermatovenereology. The students will find it particularly useful for a quick revision because of its point-wise description of diseases and treatment guidelines.
Salient features of the book:
- All STIs are covered
- Succinct presentation
- Historical aspects
- Latest treatment guidelines: CDC, WHO and NACO
- Differential diagnosis: Genital ulcer, vaginal discharge and inguinal bubo
New chapters like:
- Bedside tests and specimen collection
- Point-of-care tests
- Multiplex PCR in STIs
- Persistent and recurrent urethritis
- STIs in children and adolescents
Target Audience:
This book is useful for dermato-venereologists and dermatology trainees, general practitioners and paramedical staff involved in the care of patients with sexually transmitted infections and HIV. This book can also serve as a textbook of sexually transmitted infections for students pursuing MBBS as well as MD/Diploma in Dermatovenereology.
Contents:
About the Authors
Preface
Abbreviations
Part 1: Basics and Laboratory Diagnosis
Chapter 1: Epidemiology of Sexually Transmitted Infections: Changing Trends
Chapter 2: Anatomy of Male and Female Genitalia
Chapter 3: History Taking and Clinical Examination
Chapter 4: Specimen Collection and Bedside Tests
Chapter 5: Point-of-Care Tests and Sexually Transmitted Infections
Chapter 6: Multiplex Polymerase Chain Reaction and Sexually Transmitted Infections
Part 2: Viral Sexually Transmitted Infections
Chapter 7: Genital Herpes
Chapter 8: Anogenital Warts
Chapter 9: Genital Molluscum Contagiosum
Chapter 10: Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infection
Chapter 11: Mucocutaneous Manifestations of Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infection
Part 3: Bacterial Sexually Transmitted Infections
Chapter 12: Primary Syphilis
Chapter 13: Secondary Syphilis
Chapter 14: Latent and Tertiary Syphilis
Chapter 15: Serological Diagnosis of Syphilis
Chapter 16: Congenital Syphilis
Chapter 17: Gonorrhea
Chapter 18: Chlamydia Trachomatis Infections
Chapter 19: Chancroid
Chapter 20: Lymphogranuloma Venereum
Chapter 21: Donovanosis
Chapter 22: Bacterial Vaginosis
Part 4: Fungal, Protozoal and Parasitic Sexually Transmitted Infections
Chapter 23: Vulvovaginal Candidiasis
Chapter 24: Balanoposthitis
Chapter 25: Trichomoniasis
Chapter 26: Sexually Transmitted Infestations
Part 5: Complications of Sexually Transmitted Infections
Chapter 27: Epididymitis and Prostatitis
Chapter 28: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Chapter 29: Ophthalmia Neonatorum
Part 6: Special Situations and Sexually Transmitted Infections
Chapter 30: Sexually Transmitted Infections in Pregnancy
Chapter 31: Sexual Abuse and Sexually Transmitted Infections
Chapter 32: Sexually Transmitted Infections in Children and Adolescents
Part 7: Miscellaneous
Chapter 33: Persistent and Recurrent Urethritis
Chapter 34: Psychosexual Disorders
Chapter 35: Non-venereal Genital Dermatoses
Part 8: Control of Sexually Transmitted Infections
Chapter 36: National AIDS Control Programme
Chapter 37: Barrier Contraceptive Measures and Sexually Transmitted Infections
Chapter 38: Vaccines Against Sexually Transmitted Infections
Part 9: Treatment Guidelines for Sexually Transmitted Infections
Chapter 39: Syndromic Approach to Sexually Transmitted Infections
Chapter 40: Prevention and Treatment of Opportunistic Infections in HIV/AIDS
Chapter 41: Post-exposure Prophylaxis
Appendices
1. NACO Flowcharts for Syndromic Management of Sexually Transmitted Infections
2. Comparison of Current CDC, WHO and NACO Guidelines for Treatment of Sexually Transmitted Infections
3. Pro Forma for History and Examination
4. Differential Diagnosis of Genital Ulcer Disease
5. Differential Diagnosis of Inguinal Bubo
6. Differential Diagnosis of Vaginal Discharge
Index
About the Authors:
Dr Vinod K. Sharma MD, FAMS, FRCP London, FIMSA, FIAD is actively involved in the care of patients with sexually transmitted infections and HIV/AIDS for more than 35 years. He is the Professor and Head of Department of Dermatology and Venereology at All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi since 2001. He has served as the President of Indian Association of Dermatologists, Venereologists and Leprologists (IADVL), Indian Association for Study of Sexually Transmitted Diseases & AIDS (IASSTD & AIDS), and XIth International Congress of Dermatology, and Vice President of International Society of Dermatology. His contribution to Dermatology and Venereology has been recognized by the Indian Council of Medical Research, National Academy of Medical Sciences, and International League of Dermatological Societies with awards and orations. He is on the Board of Directors, American Academy of Dermatology and is an Executive Committee member, International Society of Dermatology. Dr Sharma is a renowned teacher and researcher. He has published more than 340 research papers in international and national journals. He has served as Associate Editor of British Journal of Dermatology and is an editorial board member of journals such as Contact Dermatitis, Dermatitis, and International Journal of Dermatology. He is the Chief Editor of first and second editions of textbook of Sexually Transmitted Diseases and HIV/AIDS published by IASSTD & AIDS. He has also published books on urticaria and psoriasis, and prepared guidelines for the management of SJS/TEN, vitiligo, and psoriasis for IADVL.
Dr Vishal Gupta MD, a postgraduate in Dermato-venereology from All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi with 4 years post-MD experience, is currently working as a Senior Research Associate (Pool Officer). He received the Dr KC Kandhari Award for the best postgraduate student. He also won the Torrent Young Scholar Award 2013 and IADVL-GSK National Quiz for Postgraduates at DERMACON 2014. He has received several travel awards and scholarships to present his research at national and international conferences. He is also the Assistant Editor of the Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology, and has more than 50 publications in national and international journals to his credit.
