2024-02-24 06:54:00
The Department of Disease Control warns teenagers who have unprotected sex to be careful of “syphilis-gonorrhea”. It has been found to be 2-3 times more likely to be infected. The risk of HIV infection is 5-9 times higher. Emphasize the use of condoms for protection at all times. If at risk, get checked and treated quickly. along with revealing symptoms that require immediate medical attention
On February 24, Dr. Veerawat Manosutthi, a qualified medical doctor And a spokesperson for the Department of Disease Control said that the situation of sexually transmitted diseases over the past 5 years still tends to increase. especially syphilis It was found that the sickness rate in 2023 (information as of 31 Oct. 2023) increased to 2 times from 2018 (from the sickness rate 11 increased to 27.8 per 100,000 people) and increased 3 times among youth. (from an illness rate of 27.9 increased to 90.5 per 100,000 people) and found that the rate of gonorrhea in 2023 among youth increased 2 times from 2022 (from an illness rate of 41.9 increased to 86.6 per 100,000 people), which the rate of illness increased This higher It is a sign of unsafe sexual behavior. and are 5-9 times more likely to be at risk for HIV infection
In addition, behavioral surveillance data related to HIV infection in 2019 found that youth had a condom use rate of only 80 percent the last time they had sex and used condoms consistently every time they had sex with their boyfriend or girlfriend. And less than 40 percent of lovers are in line with the changing behavior and values of the youth group, such as having sex earlier at a young age. Change sleeping partners frequently Or having sex one night (One night stand) without being aware of protection and not using condoms. All of these risk factors cause the situation of sexually transmitted diseases to increase.
Even though sex is a natural thing that is difficult to prevent. But it is easy to prevent diseases that come from sex. By using condoms every time, with everyone, every channel, if there is risky behavior It is recommended that everyone evaluate themselves and their partner if they find a wound around the genitals, mouth, or anus that looks like a single wound. The wound is clean and doesn’t hurt. The bottom of the wound is hard like a button. The wound can heal on its own or there are other symptoms such as a red rash found on the palms of the hands, soles of the feet, raised, scaly, not itchy, etc. You should immediately see a doctor at the public health service unit. For a blood test to screen for syphilis and receive treatment quickly Because syphilis is a disease that can be cured. Ready to invite couples to come for continuous examination and treatment. During treatment, you should refrain from having sex until you are healed. And use condoms every time you have sex. To prevent re-infection However, syphilis germs may exist outside of areas protected by condoms. Therefore, if you have risky sex, It is recommended that you come quickly for screening.
As for gonorrhea, symptoms usually appear in males who have an infection in the urinary tract. And symptoms will appear approximately 3-5 days following infection. Symptoms found in males are burning sensation when urinating. Pain and swelling in the testicles There is pus coming out of the urethra. For infections of the female genitals, throat, and anus, most often there are no symptoms. But if there are symptoms of female genital infection It causes burning sensation when urinating, pain in the lower abdomen or pain during intercourse, vaginal discharge, and pus. If left untreated, the infection may spread to the uterus and fallopian tubes. Risk of ectopic pregnancy
If there is a risk It is recommended to hurry and get checked. In order to receive treatment immediately because it can be treated and cured, but there is a chance of it coming back if there is the same risk as before. Therefore, we emphasize promoting the use of condoms at all times. who have sex with everyone, every channel, to prevent sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV infection Ready to advise those who have risky sexual behavior Patients (even without symptoms) need to be screened for syphilis. and sexually transmitted diseases at a public health service center near your home and screening regularly For immediate treatment, inquire for more information at Department of Disease Control hotline 1422 and Division of AIDS and Sexually Transmitted Diseases 02 590 3217 , 02 590 3219
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