This book is designed to present a comprehensive and state-of the-art update that covers the pathophysiology, epidemiology, and clinical presentation of the most frequently encountered STIs in adolescence and young adulthood. The introductory sections discuss more general themes including approaches to obtaining a sexual history and exam, concerns of sexual minority youth, ethical and legal considerations, and health disparities in STIs in this population. Subsequent chapters are organized by pathogen such as herpes simplex virus, and human immunodeficiency virus, or clinical syndrome including pelvic inflammatory disease, and vaginitis. Each chapter begins with a case study to illustrate key characteristics of the disease process in question and includes rich illustrations, resources, and guidelines. Written by experts in the field, the text includes a review of epidemiology, pathophysiology, treatment, prevention, and adolescent-specific considerations that is vital to working with this important population. 

 

With its transdisciplinary perspective, Sexually Transmitted Infections in Adolescence and Young Adulthood is a unique text that is valuable to infectious disease specialists, adolescent medicine specialists, gynecologists, primary care physicians, advanced practice providers, medical administrative staff, school nurses, sexual health educators, social workers, and public health officials.

Part 1

Considerations in the Care of Sexually Active Adolescents
1. Approach to the Sexual History and Physical Exam
2. Care of Sexual and Gender Minority Adolescents
3. Racial Disparities in STIs among Adolescents in the U.S..- Ethical and Legal Considerations in STI treatment for Adolescents
Part 2.- Common Clinical Syndromes
5. Vaginitis and Cervicitis
6. Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
7. Urethritis
8. Proctitis and other Rectal Complaints
9. Pharyngitis
10. Cutaneous Manifestations of Sexually Transmitted Infections
Part 3
Major Pathogens
11. Syphilis in Adolescents and Young Adults
12. Gonorrhea in Adolescents and Young Adults
13. Chlamydia
14. Trichomonas Vaginalis
15. Mycoplasma genitalium: An unseen mischief-maker
16. Herpes Simplex Virus
17. Human Immunodeficiency Virus
18. Human Papilloma Virus
19. Sexually transmitted Diseases in Adolescents:Viral Hepatitis.