2023
DOI: 10.1097/qco.0000000000000997
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STI pathogens in the oropharynx: update on screening and treatment

Eric P.F. Chow,
Christopher K. Fairley,
Fabian Y.S. Kong

Abstract: Purpose of review The rise in antimicrobial resistance in several STI pathogens such as Neisseria gonorrhoeae has become a public health threat as only one first-line treatment remains. Reducing screening interval for gonorrhoea and chlamydia in high-prevalence populations has been proposed to address antimicrobial stewardship, but this remains controversial. This review aimed to revisit the epidemiology of infections at the oropharynx and review the current screening recommendations and treatment … Show more

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“…This may be due to most male victims being assaulted by male assailants, and that extragenital chlamydia or gonorrhoea screening is recommended among men who have sex with men but not among females. 15 Furthermore, there were no differences in HIV/STI positivity between female and male victims except male victims had a higher genital gonorrhoea positivity compared to female victims. Varied clinical documentation of assault supports the implementation of a standardised primary care approach to clinical assessment and management of sexual assault victims.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 82%
“…This may be due to most male victims being assaulted by male assailants, and that extragenital chlamydia or gonorrhoea screening is recommended among men who have sex with men but not among females. 15 Furthermore, there were no differences in HIV/STI positivity between female and male victims except male victims had a higher genital gonorrhoea positivity compared to female victims. Varied clinical documentation of assault supports the implementation of a standardised primary care approach to clinical assessment and management of sexual assault victims.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 82%