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Re: Top 5 Sexually Transmitted Diseases In Nigeria by kazvid(m): 8:00pm On Aug 14, 2017
NicestDude:
With our Vaseline we are pretty safe.. Haters keep hating
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Re: Top 5 Sexually Transmitted Diseases In Nigeria by Tinyemeka(m): 8:57pm On Aug 14, 2017
olapluto:

You can actually get some STDs from eating cold suya.

Which pathogen?
Re: Top 5 Sexually Transmitted Diseases In Nigeria by Okwyjesus(m): 9:55pm On Aug 14, 2017
2. HIV/AIDS
According to UNAIDS, The number of people living with HIV in Nigeria is between 2, 600 000 – 4, 500 000 more than double the population of some states. The prevalence rate of the disease among Adults aged 15 to 49 is 3.1%. HIV is a sexually transmitted disease that has no cure currently.
Rivers, Taraba and Kaduna are the top three states with the highest level of HIVAIDS infection in Nigeria while Ekiti, Zamfara and Bauchi has the lowest rates. Globally more than 33 million people are living with or affected by HIV/AIDS.
HIV/AIDS has complicated the lives of millions in Nigeria


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As a healthcare professional am worried at the rate people with HIV/ AIDS is growing in Nigeria. Even unsuspected persons are carriers. Just zip up.
Re: Top 5 Sexually Transmitted Diseases In Nigeria by donnaD(f): 11:04am On Aug 15, 2017
enemyofprogress:
no we don't
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Re: Top 5 Sexually Transmitted Diseases In Nigeria by Droleo1: 10:48pm On Aug 15, 2017
Informative.

Dr Leonard
Re: Top 5 Sexually Transmitted Diseases In Nigeria by infostemcenter(f): 3:39pm On Aug 16, 2017
don't worry about sexually transmitted Disease in Nigeria use condom and be a careful life.
Re: Top 5 Sexually Transmitted Diseases In Nigeria by annaj3: 4:16am On Aug 18, 2017
Very detailed and informative article, Thank you!
Re: Top 5 Sexually Transmitted Diseases In Nigeria by KingMicky3286: 4:49pm On Aug 19, 2017
PublicHealthNig:
Top 5 sexually transmitted Disease in Nigeria

Sexually transmitted disease are also known as Venereal Diseases are diseases that are transmitted from one person to the other through sexual activity, this incudes anal , vaginal or MouthAction.
The rate of sexually transmitted disease and rapes especially of the underage (child rape) has become a major public health challenge in Nigeria
http://www.publichealth.com.ng/rape-if-you-see-these-5-signs-he-might-be-a-rapist/
The high rate of prostitution and the glorification of commercial sex activities and schemes in higher institutions of learning has also exacerbated the level of sexually transmitted disease in the country. Teenagers are not also left out as their tendencies to explore new things and prove to their parents and peers that they have come of age has landed many in hospitals for all the wrong reasons.
As sex divert more teenagers from class rooms to maternity wards, unfaithful husbands and promiscuous wives have also brought home diseases from one night stands/ accidental quickies and destroyed their families.
http://www.publichealth.com.ng/7-things-sexually-transmitted-diseases-destroy/

At public health Nigeria, we have provided the list of the top 5 sexually transmitted diseases based on published studies and how to avoid them.

1. GONORRHEA
Gonorrhea is the most prevalent sexually transmitted disease (STD) in Nigeria. In fact, in 1963, WHO found Lagos to have the highest gonorrhea rate in the world? Recent surveys report gonorrhea prevalence to be as high as 28.1%. Some studies show a clear association between gonorrhea and male / female infertility. Penicillinase producing Neisseria gonorrhea prevalence varies from 44.4% in Zaria to 80% in Ibadan.
There are major several complications that arises in the event that a gonorrhea remains untreated, this could be related to the body tissues, reproductive capacity and deformities in new born see full details in the link below

http://www.publichealth.com.ng/gonorrhea-what-sexually-active-men-and-women-must-know/

2. HIV/AIDS
According to UNAIDS, The number of people living with HIV in Nigeria is between 2, 600 000 – 4, 500 000 more than double the population of some states. The prevalence rate of the disease among Adults aged 15 to 49 is 3.1%. HIV is a sexually transmitted disease that has no cure currently.
Rivers, Taraba and Kaduna are the top three states with the highest level of HIVAIDS infection in Nigeria while Ekiti, Zamfara and Bauchi has the lowest rates. Globally more than 33 million people are living with or affected by HIV/AIDS.
HIV/AIDS has complicated the lives of millions in Nigeria, before the advent of free antiretroviral drugs many perished. In addition, due to the high rate of stigma many infected individuals are not taking advantage of the free anti-retroviral drugs and screening programs available. While many others who are infected, unknowingly infect their loved ones because they do not know they carry the virus.
Find all you need to know about HIV/AIDS below
www.publichealth.com.ng/hivaids-what-is-hiv-symptoms-transmission-phases-diagnosis-treatment/


3. Trichomonasis
The Federal Ministry of Health reported the National average prevalence rate of
9.8% for trichomoniasis. The condition is caused by the one-celled protozoan organism Trichomonas vaginalis which is transmitted during sexual activity. It could also be spread by sharing intimacy gadgets or the used of intimacy gadgets that have been contaminated with the disease causing organism.
About 70 percent of people with trichomoniasis don't experience any signs or symptoms.
Having trichomoniasis can also cause genital inflammation that makes it easier to get infected with HIV, the virus that causes AIDS, or to pass the HIV virus to a sex partner. See link details below candidiasis.


4. Candidiasis
The Federal Ministry of Health reported the National average prevalence rate of
9.62% for Candidiasis.
Candidiasis is a fungal infection caused by yeasts that belong to the genus Candida. There are over 20 species of Candida yeasts that can cause infection in humans, the most common of which is Candida albicans. Candida yeasts normally reside in the intestinal tract and can be found on mucous membranes and skin without causing infection; however, overgrowth of these organisms can cause symptoms to develop.

http://www.publichealth.com.ng/toilet-infections-causes-symptoms-remedies-prevention/


5. Syphilis
The incidence of syphilis has also gone up by 134% in men over the last five years. Syphilis.
Syphilis is a highly contagious disease spread primarily by sexual activity, including oral and anal sex.
Syphilis is caused by the bacteria Treponema pallidum and it is the only known sexually transmitted disease to cause madness. Yes long-term infection with syphilis can cause brain damage and blindness.
The disease can complicate the life of an individual in the long run if left untreated. There are 4 stages of syphilis each with its distinct features.


http://www.publichealth.com.ng/syphilis-symptoms-of-the-4-stages-risk-factors/


NB

The truth about Staphylococcus

By now you must have noticed that we omitted staphylococcus aureus from the list, yes unlike what you see quacks advertising in buses and vans, Tvs and radio Staphylococcus aureus infection is not considered as a sexually transmitted disease ,
Staphylococcus aureus is a common bacteria that many people have on their skin or in their nose. It can be transmitted via skin to skin contact. Although the Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) strain has been implicated in many infection the condition has not been classified as such.











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Re: Top 5 Sexually Transmitted Diseases In Nigeria by Nobody: 12:48pm On Aug 23, 2017
Hello homies! I need to know the cause of whitish vagina discharge that also itches. Is it transmitable and what's the cure.

Thanks.
Re: Top 5 Sexually Transmitted Diseases In Nigeria by COUNSELME: 12:49pm On Aug 25, 2017
hello,those whitish vaginal discarge can be an indication of an infection, please talk to our health counselor for free on 092749494 or chat us on counselme.ng
specter:
Hello homies! I need to know the cause of whitish vagina discharge that also itches. Is it transmitable and what's the cure.

Thanks.
Re: Top 5 Sexually Transmitted Diseases In Nigeria by COUNSELME: 12:55pm On Aug 25, 2017
hi dear,always ensure you eat safe,microorganisms grow easily on cold food,especially when not in fridge,although some microorganisms can survive in extreme temperatures,to get more information,do contact counselme health counselor on 0927449494 or chat us on counselme.ng
Tinyemeka:


Which pathogen?
Re: Top 5 Sexually Transmitted Diseases In Nigeria by Nobody: 1:49pm On Sep 09, 2017
NicestDude:
With our Vaseline we are pretty safe.. Haters keep hating


Until u damage your nerves, reconfigure your pelvic neural pathways.. ..and start suffering from chronic premature ejaculation and erectile dysfunction.
Haven't u heard of men, who can't get erect with a woman, but can only get erect with porn? Continue Eh
Re: Top 5 Sexually Transmitted Diseases In Nigeria by Healthblog123(m): 5:12pm On Oct 01, 2017
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SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASES IN NIGERIA
Available data show that sexually transmitted diseases constitute great medical, social and economic problems in Nigeria. Apart from the heavy affliction of urban dwellers, there is rapid excursion of these diseases to the rural areas as well. This situation is serious enough to attract government attention so that necessary control measures may be initiated in good time in order to avert the serious consequences.PIP:
Gonorrhea is the most prevalent sexually transmitted disease (STD) in Nigeria. In fact, in 1963, WHO found Lagos to have the highest gonorrhea rate in the world. Recent surveys report gonorrhea prevalence to be as high as 28.1%. Further some studies show a clear association between gonorrhea and male and female infertility. Penicillinase producing Neisseria gonorrhea prevalence varies from 44.4% in Zaria to 80% in Ibadan. There is an increase in the prevalence of gonorrhea among girls, mostly due to sociocultural factors such as the belief that sexual intercourse with a girl who has urethritis cures the condition. Gonorrhea is not always the most common form of urethritis, however. For example, in a study in Ibadan, 61% of male urethritis cases had nonspecific urethritis. Further schistosomiasis often causes urethral symptoms like those of gonorrhea. Most women at STD clinics have vaginitis and vaginal discharge. Even though the prevalence of trichomoniasis and candidiasis are rather high (10.2-22.3% and 4.33.1% respectively), bacterial vaginosis is the leading cause of vaginitis and vaginal discharge in Nigeria. The predominant malignancy of women in Nigeria is cervical cancer which my be due to the high rates of infection of trichomoniasis and Herpes virus II. Another prevalent STD is syphilis, yet many people with the infection are asymptomatic. For example, a study reports that 10.3% of women in a prenatal clinic in Lagos tested positive for syphilis, but the physician believed only 1.5% had syphilis. Tropical venereal diseases still cause genital ulcers in Nigeria. Dermatophyte infection, genital warts, and pedicubsis pubis also occur, but scant data exist. Many people believe they have an STD and do not, yet they insist they do. This phenomenon may be a result of the common fear of infertility which results from STDs. In conclusion, the government should allocate adequate funds for health programs and research, particularly those associated with STDs.
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Re: Top 5 Sexually Transmitted Diseases In Nigeria by snosoar: 11:58pm On Apr 23, 2018
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Re: Top 5 Sexually Transmitted Diseases In Nigeria by Dronzeonly: 10:10am On Jan 05, 2019
grin you just spoil biz for yemkem and co
Re: Top 5 Sexually Transmitted Diseases In Nigeria by PublicHealthNig: 12:51pm On Jul 29, 2019
Droleo1:
Informative.

Dr Leonard

appreciated

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