Prevalence of HIV and other sexually transmissible infections in relation to lemon or lime juice douching among female sex workers in Jos, Nigeria

Imade, Godwin; Sagay, Atiene S.; Egah, DZ; Onwuliri, V. A.; Grigg, Matthew J.; Egbodo, Christopher; Thacher, Tom D.; Potts, Malcolm; Short, R. V.

doi:10.1071/sh07047

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“…Lack of hygiene, promiscuity, non-use of condoms, the existence of genital tract lesions and high-risk practices during sexual intercourse are factors that promote the transmission of STIs and HIV [1] [6] [12] [13]. Our rate of 50.4% is higher than those of Reed [11] in Indonesia and Wang [10] in China, which were 39% and 41% respectively.…”

Section: Prevalence Of Genital Infectionscontrasting

confidence: 40%

Vaginal Discharge in the Prostitutes of the Group Yèrêlon of Bobo-Dioulasso: Epidemiological, Clinical and Etiological Aspects

Bambara¹,

Louis²,

Niang³

et al. 2017

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Section: Prevalence Of Genital Infectionscontrasting

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Vaginal Discharge in the Prostitutes of the Group Yèrêlon of Bobo-Dioulasso: Epidemiological, Clinical and Etiological Aspects

Bambara¹,

Louis²,

Niang³

et al. 2017

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“…Studies on the prevalence of HIV among female sex workers in some parts of Nigeria revealed increasing rates of 17.5% in 1991 to 35.6% in 1995. Recently, Imade and coworkers [10] in Jos found an alarmingly higher prevalence of 48% among 398 female sex workers.…”

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Sero-epidemiology of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in Plateau State, Nigeria

Gomwalk

Nimzing

Mawak

et al. 2012

J Infect Dev Ctries

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Introduction: Previous sentinel surveys of HIV in Nigeria studied pregnant women attending antenatal care, thereby omitting other important high-risk groups. We therefore investigated the prevalence of HIV/AIDS in low-and high-risk populations in the state of Plateau, Nigeria. Methodology: Blood samples were collected by venepuncture from 5,021 adults aged ≥15 years between August and October 2008. At least one major town and one rural community were selected in each Local Government Area (LGA). Samples were initially screened with a rapid HIV testing kit; reactive samples were further tested using Stat Pak. Discordant samples were confirmed using Genie-II. Results: Of 5,021 subjects screened, 245 (4.88%) were seropositive. Local Government prevalence ranged from 0.68% in Bassa to 16.07% in Jos North. On average, LGAs in the Southern Senatorial Zone had higher rates. Most (over 80%) positive cases were younger than 40 years. Females had a significantly higher (6.85%) prevalence than males (2.72%). Age-specific prevalence was higher among females aged 25 to 29 years (2.09%). Risk factors identified for acquisition of HIV infection were previous history of STDs (6, 16.28%); men having sex with men (2, 11.76%); having multiple sexual partners (97; 10.49%); intravenous drug use (10, 7.58%); sharing of sharp objects (20, 4.82%); and history of blood transfusion (21, 3.65%). Conclusion: The seemingly higher prevalence recorded in this survey could be attributed to the inclusion of high-and low-risk groups in the general population, unlike previous reports which studied only antenatal care attendees. This survey provides useful baseline information for further studies.

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“…The state has a population of 3,206,531 (National Bureau of Statistics, 2006) and consists of people from all works of life. HIV infection prevalence reports in Plateau state surveys have ranged from of 4.88% in the general populations, with most of the infected people younger than 40 years and a significantly higher prevalence in females than males (Gomwalk et al, 2012), to 8.2% in pregnant women (Sagay et al, 2005) and 48% in commercial sex workers (Imade et al, 2008). The state is well known for tourism and usually attracts a high influx of visitors.…”

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Pattern of home-based care in human immunodeficiency virus-infected patients attending adult antiretroviral therapy clinic of Jos University Teaching Hospital, Nigeria: A review from September, 2008 to December, 2013

Sule¹,

Agaba²,

Patrick³

et al. 2016

J. AIDS HIV Res.

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Home based care (HBC) is a key component of care and support for people infected with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Understanding the pattern of HBC needs in a population is beneficial in planning and providing optimal HBC services for the people. This retrospective study assessed the pattern of home based care needs and services in patients of the adult antiretroviral therapy (ART) clinic of Jos University Teaching Hospital (JUTH), Jos, Nigeria. All documented home based care visits to patients of the clinic from September 2008 to December 2013 were reviewed. Relevant information was obtained from the patients' clinical and home visit records. Data was analysed using Epi info version 7 statistical software. A total of 152 patients with 542 home visits were reviewed. There were 112 (73.7%) females and 40 (26.3%) males, with a mean age of 34±8.9 years at the time of initial home visits. The three commonest primary reasons for home visits were psychological counselling (22.7%), adherence counselling (15.5%) and ill-health (12.4%), while follow up visits accounted for 32.5% of the home visits. The 3 most frequent services provided during home visits were counselling on clients medication for adherence (77.5%), basic nursing care (61.6%), and psychological counselling (41.5%). By December 2013, out of 152 patients reviewed, 61.8% were alive, 15.1% had died and 23.1% were lost to follow up. The services provided during home visits extended beyond the patients' perceived needs (primary reasons for visit). Home based care brings to light some patient needs that may not be evident or catered for at the facility level of care. This supports the endorsement of home based care as a useful strategy to complement facility care towards achieving an overall patient well-being.

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Prevalence of HIV and other sexually transmissible infections in relation to lemon or lime juice douching among female sex workers in Jos, Nigeria

Abstract: There were no significant associations between the prevalence of STI and HIV and lime or lemon juice usage.

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Vaginal Discharge in the Prostitutes of the Group Yèrêlon of Bobo-Dioulasso: Epidemiological, Clinical and Etiological Aspects

Vaginal Discharge in the Prostitutes of the Group Yèrêlon of Bobo-Dioulasso: Epidemiological, Clinical and Etiological Aspects

Sero-epidemiology of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in Plateau State, Nigeria

Pattern of home-based care in human immunodeficiency virus-infected patients attending adult antiretroviral therapy clinic of Jos University Teaching Hospital, Nigeria: A review from September, 2008 to December, 2013

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Prevalence of HIV and other sexually transmissible infections in relation to lemon or lime juice douching among female sex workers in Jos, Nigeria

Abstract: There were no significant associations between the prevalence of STI and HIV and lime or lemon juice usage.

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Vaginal Discharge in the Prostitutes of the Group Y&#232;r&#234;lon of Bobo-Dioulasso: Epidemiological, Clinical and Etiological Aspects

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Sero-epidemiology of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in Plateau State, Nigeria

Pattern of home-based care in human immunodeficiency virus-infected patients attending adult antiretroviral therapy clinic of Jos University Teaching Hospital, Nigeria: A review from September, 2008 to December, 2013

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Vaginal Discharge in the Prostitutes of the Group Yèrêlon of Bobo-Dioulasso: Epidemiological, Clinical and Etiological Aspects

Vaginal Discharge in the Prostitutes of the Group Yèrêlon of Bobo-Dioulasso: Epidemiological, Clinical and Etiological Aspects