Management of sexually transmitted diseases at the Jipijapa Type B Health Center, Ecuador

Génesis F. Zambrano; Saimon S. Villamar; Dayana M. Rodríguez; Michel L. Cárdenas; Bayron S. Burgos; Diego A. Talledo

doi:10.36097/rgcs.v2i1.3171

Authors

Génesis F. Zambrano Carrera de Medicina, Universidad San Gregorio de Portoviejo, Manabí, Ecuador https://orcid.org/0009-0008-6584-1771
Saimon S. Villamar Carrera de Medicina, Universidad San Gregorio de Portoviejo, Manabí, Ecuador https://orcid.org/0009-0000-4965-7933
Dayana M. Rodríguez Carrera de Medicina, Universidad San Gregorio de Portoviejo, Manabí, Ecuador https://orcid.org/0009-0009-4487-538X
Michel L. Cárdenas Carrera de Medicina, Universidad San Gregorio de Portoviejo, Manabí, Ecuador https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5390-7907
Bayron S. Burgos Hospital General Dr. Napoleón Dávila Córdova, Chone, Manabí, Ecuador https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8437-0425
Diego A. Talledo Hospital General Dr. Napoleón Dávila Córdova, Chone, Manabí, Ecuador https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5856-9855

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.36097/rgcs.v2i1.3171

Keywords:

sexually transmitted infections, primary care, STI management, health education, prevention, global health

Abstract

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) continue to be a major challenge for global health due to their high level of prevalence and complications. This study identified key factors to improve the effectiveness of primary care in detecting and managing STDs. The literature on the prevalence and treatment of STDs in primary care was reviewed using a cross-sectional approach. The importance of early detection and appropriate management was highlighted in order to reduce complications such as infertility and the risk of HIV transmission. The barriers identified include lack of resources, social stigma, and insufficient sexual education, especially in low-income countries. The study concludes with recommendations to improve health personnel training and implement educational programs encouraging patient participation in preventing and treating STDs.

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