Prevention of Sexually Transmitted Diseases

Abstract

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are global public health problems because of their health, social and economic consequences. Problems of STDs is like an iceberg, floating tip represents only a small portion of the clinical cases whereas a major portion of disease is submerged hidden where prevention can play the most important role in managing these infections.
Elimination of reservoirs, breaking the channel of transmission and protection of susceptible can prevent the transmission of STDs. Reservoirs can be eliminated by case detection and complete treatment. Cases can be detected either by screening of high risk groups, contact tracing or cluster testing. Complete treatment of cases is necessary. Susceptible can be protected by having ‘safe sex’ practices, prophylaxis vaccination, sexual awareness and other measures.