This comprehensive, up-to-date reference book is intended to serve as the standard guide in the field. It covers the epidemiology and etiology of the various sexually transmitted infections and associated diseases, reviews novel diagnostic methods, and discusses in depth both new and established treatment methods. An important part of the book is devoted to prevention and particularly to immunoprevention by vaccination. Related issues such as sexual abuse, psychosocial aspects, and economic and political considerations are also included. The expertise of many worldwide renowned specialists and superb color illustrations make this book a valuable resource for practitioners from a variety of medical disciplines. It has a reader-friendly structure with "core messages" and "take-home pearls".

History

Epidemiology of STI
Behavioural Aspects
The Normal Genitalia: Structure and Physiology
Bacterial Infections
Viral Infections
Ectoparasites
Protozoan Infections
Fungal Infections
STD and Travel Medicine
Therapy
Prevention/Vaccines
Novel Diagnostic Methods
Non STI-Related Dermatosis in Female and Male Patients
Sexually Transmitted Infections in Pediatrics, Perinatology and Reproduction
Female Genital Mutilation and Risk for Transmission of STIs
The Role of Circumcision in Preventing STIs
Other Genital Infections
Sexual Abuse
Psychosocial issues
Physical Barrier Methods and Microbicides
Economic and Political Issues Associated with Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Index.