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 and management 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
Academic unit | Sexual Health |
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Credit points | 6 |
Prerequisites
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None |
Corequisites
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None |
Prohibitions
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None |
Assumed knowledge
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None |
Available to study abroad and exchange students | No |
Teaching staff
Coordinator | Shailendra Sawleshwarkar, shailendra.sawleshwarkar@sydney.edu.au |
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Lecturer(s) | Iryna Zablotska-Manos, iryna.zablotska@sydney.edu.au |
Hans Ramlochun, hans.ramlochun@sydney.edu.au |