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SEXH5200: Advanced STIs
2025 unit information
This unit aims to describe the epidemiology, microbiology, pathogenesis, clinical features, diagnostics, and management strategies for the common Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs). On completion of this unit, students will be able to: (i) Discuss the microbiology, pathogenesis and epidemiology of the common STIs; (ii) Demonstrate an understanding of the clinical spectrum of STIs, including asymptomatic infection, genital manifestations and complications; and (iii) Understand the principles of infection control, methods used in diagnostic microbiology including specimen collection, storage and transport, and principal methods of detection for common STIs; (iv) Describe principles of STI prevention andmanagement of common STIs. HIV infection will only be covered in the context of its interactions with other STIs. Course content includes epidemiology, STIs in key populations, microbiology, diagnostics, and clinical aspects of the following conditions: vaginal discharge, urethral discharge, anorectal discharge, genital ulceration, upper genital tract infections including pelvic inflammatory disease, syphilis, anogenital warts and cancer, genital infestations, and genital dermatology. Challenges faced in resource-poor settings and syndromic management will also be covered.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Medicine and Health
| Study level | Postgraduate |
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| Academic unit | Sexual Health |
| Credit points | 6 |
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At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. describe the microbiology, pathogenesis and epidemiology of STIs
- LO2. describe the clinical spectrum of STIs, such as asymptomatic infection, genital manifestations and complications
- LO3. demonstrate an understanding of approaches to diagnosis and management of STI syndromes and individual STIs
- LO4. appreciate the impact of STIs at individual and public health levels
- LO5. analyse issues related to STIs through critical reflection and evidence-based practice.
Unit availability
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Semester 1 2024
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Block mode | Westmead, Sydney | |
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Semester 1 2024
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Normal day | Westmead, Sydney |
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Semester 1 2025
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Block mode | Westmead, Sydney |
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Semester 1 2025
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Normal day | Westmead, Sydney |
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