Prevalence of sexually transmitted diseases in HIV/AIDS patients

Abstract

Background: Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are a group of infectious diseases that are transmitted through sexual intercourse. STDs and HIV affect a close relationship, HIV infection increases the probability of contracting an STD and vice versa. Objectives: To determine the prevalence of sexually transmitted diseases in HIV / AIDS patients according to sexual identity, quantification of CD4 and its statistical correlation; identify the relationship between sexually transmitted diseases and contact with sex workers in HIV patients. Materials and methods: Retrospective analytical epidemiological study in the analysis of all the medical records of HIV positive patients (n = 1186), of the analyzes (n = 164) STDs. Results: Of 1186 HIV patients, 164 STD patients, the syphilis being the most prevalent in all sexual identity groups, mainly in men who have sex with men (MSM). The highest number of STD cases was identified in the group with a CD4 content of 200-500 cel / L, showing a statistically significant relationship. Of the patients considering an STD or more, 53 reported having had relations-hips with sex workers and 111 patients who denied, with no statistically significant relationship. Conclusions: Men who have sex with men have the highest amount of STDs, possibly due to the higher risk associated with anogenital sexual relations; Anogenital warts were found to have a normal CD4 count, consistent with other studies; Gonorrhea is found with high levels of CD4, however, the prevalence of cases is decreased to show significant generalization.