Sexually transmitted diseases pose a serious threat to the global public health system. There are several concerning STDs noted among the population in Ghana. Some of the most prevalent include gonorrhea and chlamydia. Syphilis is also a serious concern, causing several complications in the population. These are all bacterial infections that are transmitted through sexual intercourse.
Ghana also faces a concern with several viral infections transmitted through sexual activity – these include hepatitis B, HIV, HPV, and genital herpes.
People in Ghana are advised to acknowledge themselves with the common symptoms associated with sexually transmitted diseases. The symptoms depend on the specific STD the patient has contracted, and the complications can sometimes be life-threatening.
It is also important to take note that many people are asymptomatic when they are infected with an STD. This means the patient does not show any obvious symptoms of the condition – but they can still transmit the infection and further increase the spreading of these STDs.
Ghana Medicals aims to help people in Ghana and other regions of Africa identify the presence of these sexually transmitted infections. Regular testing is preferred, especially in people who are sexually active and those with more than just one sexual partner.
Ghana Medicals does not only provide people with effective testing kits and lab services. We also keep up with the latest news and advancements in the diagnosis and treatment processes for STDs. We strive to keep our patients up-to-date on the latest information.
Check our news section to learn about the latest treatments that help people fight against the most common types of sexually transmitted infections. We also share data on news related to STDs in Ghana, along with important reports that help you stay aware of any of these sexually transmitted infections that are prevalent in the region at a specific time.
Despite the numerous campaigns for raising awareness of the dangers of unprotected sex, many sexually transmitted infections, like chlamydia, are still a serious burden for people in developing countries, especially in Ghana. With women considered to be at the highest risk of developing this infection compared to men, research shows. Based on studies targeted towards …
STDs stand for sexually transmitted diseases, among which the most common are Gonorrhea, Syphilis, genital herpes, Chlamydia, AIDS, and many others. As the term suggests, STDs are diseases caused by viruses or bacteria that are transmitted through unprotected sexual intercourse, including oral, vaginal, and anal sexual intercourse. Sex is still a taboo in many countries, …
Like in many of the sub-Saharan countries, Ghana struggles with the scourge of sexually transmitted diseases. Chlamydia is most common in the recent emerging studies. It is due to a combination of factors and ignorance. Though the disease can be fatal, the population is still adamant about coming forth for testing. With retrogressive traditional beliefs, …
Like many of the other sexually transmitted diseases, Syphilis seems to be following the same trend in Ghana. The women are more proactive in seeking medication for this disease than men. Syphilis is a crippling disease for many people. If you do not seek immediate medical attention, your genitalia and reproductive system may suffer irreparable …
The grim statistics of the spread of genital herpes is disturbing. More and more young men and women are finding themselves in dangerous exposures of the disease. It is good that some organizations are taking the lead in creating awareness for better sexual interactions. As in most societies, the youth and women from underserved communities …
It is one of the oldest known venereal diseases to humankind. Yet it is the most prevalent in sub-Saharan Africa. This is due to the mutation of the disease-causing agents. Most people go for self-medication, making the combating of the disease unattainable. This is not unique to Ghana alone. It is a typical pattern in …