Differences Regarding Knowledge of Sexually Transmitted Infections, Sexual Habits, and Behavior Between University Students of Medical and Nonmedical Professions in Serbia

Aim: The aim of this study is to assess the knowledge of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), sexual habits, and behavior among students of medical and nonmedical students in Serbia.Methodology: The cross-sectional study of 1,273 university students of four undergraduate institutions in Serbia, two of medical and two of nonmedical orientation. A standardized questionnaire, prepared in line with the questionnaire of the European health research—the second wave (European Health Interview Survey—EHIS wave 2), according to defined internationally accepted indicators, was used as a survey instrument.Results: Statistically significant difference (p < 0.001) between medical and nonmedical student groups was determined for the following parameters: naming four of five STIs (29.1 vs. 13.4%), knowledge about vaccines against some STIs (26.0 vs. 17.0%), relationship between HPV infection and cervical malignancy (48.2 vs. 16.7%) engaged in the sexual relations (87.9 vs. 76.4%), never used a condom (15.2 vs. 10.4%), underwent gynecological or urological examination (66.7 vs. 44.1%), and tested to one of STIs (10.5 vs. 4.9%).Conclusion: Both student groups have limited knowledge on possible consequences that risky sexual behavior has for reproductive health. Promotion of knowledge about STIs, awareness of all complications, and consequences of these infections certainly affect the reduction of risky behavior.

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Sexual behaviour and risk of sexually transmitted infections in young female healthcare students in Spain

PeerJ ◽

10.7717/peerj.1699 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 4 ◽

pp. e1699 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

Felipe Navarro-Cremades ◽

Antonio Palazón-Bru ◽

Dolores Marhuenda-Amorós ◽

María Isabel Tomás-Rodríguez ◽

Fina Antón-Ruiz ◽

...

Keyword(s):

University Students ◽

Sexual Function ◽

Sexually Transmitted Infections ◽

Sexual Behaviour ◽

Young Female ◽

Outcome Variable ◽

Sexual Relations ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Sexually Transmitted ◽

Sexual Activities

Background.Several authors have examined the risk for sexually transmitted infections (STI), but no study has yet analyzed it solely in relation with sexual behaviour in women. We analyzed the association of sexual behaviour with STI risk in female university students of healthcare sciences.Methods.We designed a cross-sectional study assessing over three months vaginal intercourse with a man. The study involved 175 female university students, without a stable partner, studying healthcare sciences in Spain. Main outcome variable: STI risk (not always using male condoms). Secondary variables: sexual behaviour, method of orgasm, desire to increase the frequency of sexual relations, desire to have more variety in sexual relations, frequency of sexual intercourse with the partner, and age. The information was collected with an original questionnaire. A logistic regression model was used to estimate the adjusted odds ratios (ORs) in order to analyze the association between the STI risk and the study variables.Results.Of the 175 women, 52 were positive for STI risk (29.7%, 95% CI [22.9–36.5%]). Factors significantly associated with STI risk (p< 0.05) included: orgasm (not having orgasms →OR = 7.01, 95% CI [1.49–33.00]; several methods →OR = 0.77, 95% CI [0.31–1.90]; one single method →OR = 1;p= 0.008) and desiring an increased frequency of sexual activities (OR = 0.27, 95% CI [0.13–0.59],p< 0.001).Conclusions.Women’s desire for sexual activities and their sexual function were significant predictors of their risk for STI. Information about sexual function is an intrinsic aspect of sexual behaviour and should be taken into consideration when seeking approaches to reduce risks for STI.

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Perbedaan Pengetahuan dan Sikap Remaja tentang Infeksi Menular Seksual di SMA/SMK Perkotaan dan Pedesaan

e-CliniC ◽

10.35790/ecl.v9i1.31856 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 9 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Erald J. Lanes ◽

Suzanna P. Mongan ◽

John J. E. Wantania

Keyword(s):

High Schools ◽

Sexually Transmitted Infections ◽

Rural Areas ◽

Urban Areas ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Equal Distribution ◽

Sexually Transmitted ◽

Knowledge And Attitudes ◽

Significant Difference ◽

Premarital Sexual

Abstract: Premarital sexual behavior in adolescence is a high risk factor for sexually transmitted infections. Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are infections that are generally transmitted through sexual contact. Differences in social, cultural, and economic factors were found to affect the incidence and prevalence of sexually transmitted infections between different groups in a population. These are likely caused by differences in the knowledge and attitudes of adolescents living in urban and rural areas. This study was aimed to obtain the differences in the level of knowledge and attitudes toward STIs of adolescents in urban and rural area schools. This was a descriptive study with a cross-sectional design conducted on 50 adolescents of urban senior high schools and 50 adolescents of rural senior high schools/vocational high schools. Questionnaires were distributed via email by using Google form. The results showed that adolescents living in urban areas had good knowledge about STIs meanwhile adolescents living in rural areas had fair knowledge. The attitudes about STIs of most adolescents living in urban areas and rural areas were good. In conclusion, adolescents living in urban areas had better knowledge about STIs than those living in rural areas, however, there was no significant difference in attitudes about STI between the two regions. Equal distribution of education in Indonesia is needed in urban as well as in rural areas.Keywords: sexually transmitted infections, adolescents, knowledge, attitudes, urban and rural Abstrak: Perilaku seksual pranikah pada usia remaja merupakan faktor risiko tinggi terhadap infeksi menular seksual (IMS). Infeksi menular seksual merupakan infeksi yang umumnya ditularkan melalui hubungan seksual. Perbedaan faktor sosial, kultural maupun ekonomi dapat memengaruhi insiden dan prevalensi IMS antara kelompok yang berbeda dalam suatu populasi. Hal tersebut kemungkinan besar disebabkan oleh adanya perbedaan pengetahuan dan sikap remaja yang tinggal di wilayah perkotaan dan pedesaan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui perbedaan tingkat pengetahuan dan sikap remaja terhadap IMS di sekolah wilayah perkotaan dan pedesaan. Jenis penelitian ialah deskriptif dengan desain potong lintang dan kuesioner didistribusikan secara daring menggunakan Google Form. Responden ialah 50 remaja di SMA wilayah perkotaan dan 50 remaja di SMA/SMK wilayah pedesaan. Hasil penelitian mendapatkan bahwa pengetahuan remaja tentang IMS pada siswa SMA perkotaan sebagian besar berada dalam kategori baik sedangkan pada siswa SMA/SMK pedesaan sebagian besar berada dalam kategori cukup. Sikap remaja tentang IMS pada siswa SMA/SMK perkotaan dan pedesaan sebagian besar baik. Simpulan penelitian ini ialah remaja perkotaan memiliki pengetahuan yang lebih baik mengenai IMS dibandingkan remaja di pedesaan namun tidak terdapat perbedaan sikap remaja yang bermakna mengenai IMS antara kedua wilayah. Pemerataan pendidikan di Indonesia dibutuhkan di wilayah perkotaan dan pedesaan.Kata kunci: infeksi menular seksual, remaja, pengetahuan, sikap, perkotaan dan pedesaan

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Risky sexual behavior and sexually transmitted infections among men who have sex with men and purchase sex attending an Israeli sexually transmitted infection clinic

International Journal of STD & AIDS ◽

10.1177/0956462419830856 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 31 (3) ◽

pp. 236-243 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Rivka S Rich ◽

Alex Leventhal ◽

Rivka Sheffer ◽

Zohar Mor

Keyword(s):

High Risk ◽

Sexually Transmitted Infections ◽

Sexual Behaviors ◽

Risky Sexual Behavior ◽

Laboratory Data ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Transmitted Infection ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Sexually Transmitted ◽

Sex With Men

Men who have sex with men (MSM) and purchase sex (MPS) are a sub-group potentially at high risk for acquiring and transmitting sexually transmitted infections (STIs). This is a hard-to-reach population resulting in a scarcity of studies covering the issue. This cross-sectional study aimed to assess the association between purchasing sex and high-risk behaviors related to HIV/STI transmission and appraise the STI prevalence among MSM. All MSM who attended the STI clinic in Tel Aviv between 2003 and 2010 were included. Demographics, behavioral, clinical, and laboratory data were compared between MPS and non-MPS to identify high-risk sexual behaviors and STI prevalence associated with purchasing sex. Of the first visits of 2694 MSM who attended the STI clinic during the study period, 151 (5.6%) paid for sex. MPS were more commonly older and married than non-MPS. MPS were more likely to engage in behaviors associated with high risk for HIV/STI transmission, including infrequent condom use during anal sex, substance use during sex, and selling sex themselves. MPS had a higher STI prevalence than non-MPS, although this was not statistically significant ( p = 0.05). These findings highlight the need to establish culturally tailored interventions for MPS addressing the potential risks associated with purchasing sex.

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Sexual behaviors and awareness of sexually transmitted infections among Chinese university students

The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries ◽

10.3855/jidc.3872 ◽

2013 ◽

Vol 7 (12) ◽

pp. 966-974 ◽

Cited By ~ 14

Author(s):

Dangui Zhang ◽

Hui Pan ◽

Binglin Cui ◽

Frieda Law ◽

Jeremy Farrar ◽

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Keyword(s):

Online Education ◽

University Students ◽

Sexually Transmitted Infections ◽

Sexual Behaviors ◽

Anal Intercourse ◽

Sexually Active ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Sexually Transmitted ◽

Chinese University ◽

Chinese University Students

Introduction: This study investigated the current state of attitudes, behaviors, and knowledge concerning sex and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among Chinese university students. Methodology: A cross-sectional anonymous university intranet-based survey was given to students attending the Shantou University, Guangdong, China using a 28-item questionnaire. Results: Of 3425 website visitors, 1030 university students completed the survey, of which 80% were between 20 and 25 years of age, 76% considered pre-marital sex acceptable, 21% had had sexual intercourse, and 45% of sexually active students had engaged in oral sex, anal intercourse, or sex with strangers. Students had limited knowledge and awareness about common STIs, symptoms, and complications. Three percent of the sexually active students reported having had STIs and another 8% were not sure whether they had or not. Most students had misconceptions about transmission and prevention of STIs. The internet was the main information resource for 76% of students. Conclusions: Despite having more open attitudes and behaviors towards sex, students’ STI knowledge and awareness of STI risks was considerably limited, raising concerns about a likely rise in STI incidence. Prior knowledge of STIs had no significant influence. Targeted educational measures such as online education and counseling via Chinese websites and social media, and the provision of safer sex and STI-related information by health experts to university students are suggested.

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Risky sexual behavior and knowledge about sexually transmitted infections among the young people

Medicinski pregled ◽

10.2298/mpns1910265p ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 72 (9-10) ◽

pp. 265-271

Author(s):

Mladen Popov ◽

Sasa Vojinov ◽

Ivan Levakov ◽

Dragan Grbic ◽

Dimitrije Jeremic ◽

...

Keyword(s):

High School ◽

Sexual Behavior ◽

High School Students ◽

Young People ◽

Sexually Transmitted Infections ◽

Risky Sexual Behavior ◽

Signs And Symptoms ◽

School Students ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Sexually Transmitted

Introduction. In recent years, there has been a growing global trend in the number of people with pathogens of sexually transmitted infections. There is a worldwide lack of data on the prevalence and incidence of sexually transmitted infections in the general population, especially among the high school students. Material and Methods. We conducted a cross sectional study on attitudes and knowledge of young people about sexually transmitted infections. The survey population included young people aged 14 to 20 years attending a high school in the city of Novi Sad. The data were collected through a questionnaire. Results. The percentage of students with signs and symptoms of sexually transmitted infections was higher among the students who did not use a condom during the last sexual intercourse compared to the students who used a condom. Conclusion. Young people engaging in risky sexual behavior showed better knowledge about sexually transmitted infections in comparison to young people who did not engage in risky sexual behavior.

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PRACTICES FOR THE PREVENTION OF SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTIONS AMONG UNIVERSITY STUDENTS

Texto & Contexto - Enfermagem ◽

10.1590/1980-265x-tce-20190006 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 29 ◽

Author(s):

Raquel Conceição de Almeida Ramos ◽

Thelma Spindola ◽

Claudia Silvia Rocha Oliveira ◽

Elizabeth Rose Costa Martins ◽

Giselle da Silva Figueiredo Lima ◽

...

Keyword(s):

University Students ◽

Sexually Transmitted Infections ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Sexual Practices ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Convenience Sample ◽

Significance Level ◽

Steady Partner ◽

Sexually Transmitted ◽

The University

ABSTRACT Objective: to analyze the sexual practices adopted by university students for the prevention of Sexually Transmitted Infections Method: a quantitative, descriptive and cross-sectional study, conducted in 2016, at a private university in the municipality of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. A convenience sample was selected, stratified by gender, of 768 students who answered a self-administered questionnaire, structured with variables of sociodemographic characterization and related to knowledge about sexually transmitted infections, sexual practices, prevention practices and care with sexual health. In the analysis, descriptive statistics, chi-square tests and analysis of variance were used, with a significance level of 5%. Results: most of the university students ‒ 654 (85.16%) ‒ had an active sex life and 480 (62.54%) did not use condoms in all their sexual encounters. Among the participants, 509 (84.83%) said they had sexual intercourse with a steady partner, of which 224 (44.01%) used a condom. In the investigated group, 313 (47.86%) had relationships with casual partners, with 199 (63.58%) reporting having used a condom. Among the participants, 174 (26.61%) had their sexual practices classified as adequate/satisfactory. Conclusion: the findings show that the university students investigated present a risk behavior for Sexually Transmitted Infections due to inadequate/unsatisfactory sexual practices. Health education actions should consider cultural and individual aspects of the group in order to encourage reflection on practices for the prevention of sexually transmitted diseases.

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Prevalence of sexually transmitted infections and associated factors among the University of Gondar students, Northwest Ethiopia: a cross-sectional study

Reproductive Health ◽

10.1186/s12978-019-0815-5 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 16 (1) ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Belayneh Ayanaw Kassie ◽

Hedja Yenus ◽

Resom Berhe ◽

Eskeziaw Abebe Kassahun

Keyword(s):

University Students ◽

Sexually Transmitted Infections ◽

Previous History ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Northwest Ethiopia ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Multiple Sexual Partners ◽

Sexually Transmitted ◽

History Of ◽

The University

Abstract Introduction Globally, sexually transmitted infections (STIs) remain a major public health problem. University students tend to practices sex which predisposes them to sexually transmitted infections, unwanted pregnancies, and unsafe abortions due to their freedom from families. Therefore, the study aimed to assess the prevalence of sexually transmitted infections and associated factors among the University of Gondar students, northwest Ethiopia. Methods An institution based cross-sectional study was conducted on 845 the University of Gondar students selected using the multistage sampling technique from March 7–10, 2016. The data were collected using a structured, pre-tested self-administered questionnaire. Bivariate and multivariable logistic regression analyses were employed through SPSS version 20 to identify factors associated with sexually transmitted infections. Odds ratio with a 95% confidence interval was computed to determine the level of association. In the multivariable analysis, variables with p-value less than 5% were considered as statistically significant association between covariates and sexually transmitted infections. Result Sexually transmitted infections among university students were found to be 18.20% (95%CI,15.40,20.80). Previous history of sexually transmitted infections (AOR = 2.1; 95%CI: 1.04, 4.38), multiple sexual partners in life (AOR = 2.7; 95%CI:1.70, 4.40), not use of condoms during sexual intercourses (AOR = 2.4; 95%CI:1.50,3.75) and poor knowledge of sexually transmitted infections (AOR = 3.3; 95%CI:1.09,5.32) were significantly associated with sexually transmitted infections. Conclusion The prevalence of STIs was high among university students. The previous history of sexually transmitted infections, multiple sexual partners, not using condoms during sexual intercourse and poor knowledge of sexually transmitted infections were found to be associated with the infections. Opening and strengthen reproductive health centers on the campuses, popularizing sexual, and reproductive health information and education, particularly on STI modes of transmission, prevention, and health-seeking behaviors, and providing information on accessing of condoms is recommended to reduce sexually transmitted infections.

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Pola Penyakit Infeksi Menular Seksual di Poliklinik Kulit Dan Kelamin RSP Bintang Amin Periode 2 Januari 2016 – 31 Desember 2020

ARTERI : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan ◽

10.37148/arteri.v2i2.145 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 2 (2) ◽

pp. 43-48

Author(s):

Arif Effendi ◽

Eka Silvia ◽

Syafei Hamzah ◽

Muhammad Alkabir Ridhwan

Keyword(s):

Sexually Transmitted Infections ◽

Sampling Technique ◽

Hpv Infection ◽

Sexual Contact ◽

Condyloma Acuminata ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Sexually Transmitted ◽

Cross Sectional Design ◽

And Gender ◽

Quantitative Descriptive

Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) are infections that are spread primarily through sexual contact. More than 30 types of microorganisms are known to be transmitted through sexual contact. The most common infections include gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, trichomoniasis, hepatitis B, genital herpes, and human papillomavirus (HPV) infection. Some of the factors that may contribute to the incidence of STIs are sociodemographic and behavioral factors. Purpose: To find out the pattern of sexually transmitted infections at the Skin and Venereal Polyclinic of Bintang Amin Hospital for the period of January 2, 2016 - December 31, 2020. Research Methods: Quantitative descriptive study and cross sectional design and total sampling technique using a questionnaire. Results: The number of samples was 51 from 51 populations, the pattern of sexually transmitted infections in the Polyclinic of Skin and Sex at RSP Bintang Amin, namely condyloma acuminata as many as 28 people (54.9%), candidiasis as many as 16 people (31.4%), Herpes simplex as many as 4 people (7.8%), syphilis as much as 2 people (3.9%) and the lowest was Gonorrhea 1 person (2.0%). Conclusion: The prevalence of sexually transmitted infections that most often occurred in the Skin and Gender Polyclinic of Bintang Amin Hospital for the period January 2, 2016 - December 31, 2020, was obtained the most, namely condyloma acuminata as many as 28 patients (54.9%), with the most female sex being 40 patients ( 78.4%). Age 25-49 years were 36 patients (70.6%), and those who were married were 46 patients (90.2%).

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PRACTICES FOR THE PREVENTION OF SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTIONS AMONG UNIVERSITY STUDENTS

Texto & Contexto - Enfermagem ◽

10.1590/1980-265x-tce-2019-0006 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 29 ◽

Author(s):

Raquel Conceição de Almeida Ramos ◽

Thelma Spindola ◽

Claudia Silvia Rocha Oliveira ◽

Elizabeth Rose Costa Martins ◽

Giselle da Silva Figueiredo Lima ◽

...

Keyword(s):

University Students ◽

Sexually Transmitted Infections ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Sexual Practices ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Convenience Sample ◽

Significance Level ◽

Steady Partner ◽

Sexually Transmitted ◽

The University

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Young university students and the knowledge about sexually transmitted infections

Escola Anna Nery ◽

10.1590/2177-9465-ean-2017-0318 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 22 (2) ◽

Author(s):

Vinícius Rodrigues Fernandes da Fonte ◽

Thelma Spindola ◽

Márcio Tadeu Ribeiro Francisco ◽

Carolina Passos Sodré ◽

Nathália Lourdes Nepomuceno de Oliveira André ◽

...

Keyword(s):

University Students ◽

Sexually Transmitted Infections ◽

Female Students ◽

Male Students ◽

Social Aspects ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Sexually Transmitted ◽

The Social ◽

Uniform Sample ◽

The Relationship

Abstract Objective: To analyze the relationship between the social aspects of university students and the knowledge about the transmission of Sexually Transmitted Infections. Method: A cross-sectional descriptive study carried out at a university. The participants were university students aged 18 to 29 and with active enrollment. The stratified uniform sample was adopted by sex, making a total of 384 male students and 384 female students. The instrument of data collection used was a questionnaire. Data were analyzed using Software Statistical Package for the Social Sciences. Results: Young university students had knowledge below-average regarding Sexually Transmitted Infections, as for association with social aspects, female students, married or living together, who had children and attended the health area, had more knowledge, being statistically significant (p=<0.05). Conclusion: It is necessary to improve the health education strategies of the young university population.

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