Survey on epidemiology and habits of seeking medical services of patients with sexual transmitted diseases (STDs) at National Dematology Hospital
- Author:
Tran Lan Anh
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
STD
- MeSH:
Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Epidemiology, Habits
- From:Journal of Medical Research
2005;34(2):120-127
- CountryViet Nam
- Language:Vietnamese
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Abstract:
Survey on epidemiology and habits of seeking medical services of 109 patients with sexual transmitted diseases (STDs) (62 male and 4 female) at National Dematology Hospital shows that prevalence is higher among youth (20-39); state workers 33.9%; mostly in urban areas (68.8%); people had high school education and more (77.4%). Most women had married (60.9%); while most men have been single (89.2%). Male patients often contracted STDs due to having sexual activities with partners or sex workers (81.6%). Female patient contracted STDs mainly through husband (85%). Most STD patients seek for medical service within the next days (77.9%) or months. Those who came to hospitals/dermatology institute/dermatology centre was 53.2% and those who came to private clinics and chemistry for self treatment is 31.1%.
