Bacterial Sexually Transmitted Infection Incidence Among Southern Men Who Have Sex With Men With Human Immunodeficiency Virus in the Treatment as Prevention Era, 2014–2019

Abstract

In this retrospective analysis of MSM with HIV in the South from 2014-2019, incident bacterial STIs increased regardless of virologic control. Clinicians should prioritize STI screening and management in primary HIV care.

Sexually transmitted infections in people with multidrug-resistant HIV

“…However, the comparison with our study seems difficult: analysis considered HPV, HSV, hepatitis A, B and C viruses, and vaginitis; furthermore, incidence of STIs was assessed in 1998–2012 and is expected to have increased in recent years, according to European general population data [7]. A more recent retrospective study on MSM with HIV in Alabama showed a noteworthy higher incidence of bacterial STIs in this group, even considering the younger age of the enrolled population [8]. The reduced incidence in 4DR-PWH may be partially justified by the absence of STIs in woman and a high burden of disease in this population [2].…”

“…A more recent retrospective study on MSM with HIV in Alabama showed a noteworthy higher incidence of bacterial STIs in this group, even considering the younger age of the enrolled population [8]. The reduced incidence in 4DR-PWH may be partially justified by the absence of STIs in woman and a high burden of disease in this population [2].…”

“…There are known factors and conditions associated with false-positive HIV screening test results, including autoimmune diseases, neoplasms, pregnancy, and various infections [3][4][5][6]. Recent evidence suggests that the test might also be reactive to SARS-CoV-2 infections [7][8][9]. We sought to examine this phenomenon and its magnitude in individuals who voluntarily undergo HIV screening tests.…”