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Genital herpes: diagnosis and treatment

Seven out of ten people will have contracted at least one type of herpes simplex virus by the age of 25 years. Pharmacists should be able to advise patients on the risk factors and transmission of the virus and know how the condition is managed.…

Published: 10 May 2024

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How to diagnose and manage Trichomonas vaginalis

Trichomonas vaginalis, also known as trichomoniasis, is a curable sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by a parasite, Trichomonas vaginalis. The majority of infected individuals are asymptomatic or have non-specific symptoms, making diagnosis difficult. Therefore, appropriate treatment a…

Published: 9 February 2024

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Chlamydia: screening, diagnosis and management

Chlamydia is the most common sexually transmitted infection in the UK. Learn the signs and symptoms of chlamydia, who is eligible for screening and how to treat it.…

Published: 10 February 2023

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Gonorrhoea infection: diagnosis and treatment

Diagnoses of gonorrhoea in England rose by 26% between 2018 and 2019. Pharmacy teams can help prevent transmission and promote good sexual health practices through identifying patients at risk.…

Published: 1 September 2020

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Antibiotic treatment of Mycoplasma genitalium infection

An overview of the 2018 guideline for management of this sexually transmitted infection in men and women.…

Published: 7 August 2019