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.
Many people are at risk of gonococcal infections without their knowledge. Likewise, many carry the bacterium in their bodies without realizing it. Women are more resilient in tolerating the disease in their bodies than men. It is not clear why the disease can incubate in the host for a certain period without showing any signs …
This sexually contagious disease spreads by the bacteria scientifically known as Treponema pallidum. It is a disease that is making a comeback in many regions where the prevalence was down. Due to its nature, it is the women that inhibit the bacteria for longer before they show any signs. Nonetheless, there is a need for men to …
This is a sexually transmitted disease that affects the genital and spreads to other parts of the body organs. There are no apparent signs of this disease as it manifests in stages. Usually, one can have the bacteria for many months or even years before noticing anything. This aspect of discreetness is what makes syphilis …
People can feel completely healthy for years before they even realize they are infected with HIV. Sometimes it may take ten years before the symptoms show up. Which is why regular testing is important for anyone who suspects they have been exposed to the dangerous virus. This includes individuals who have had unprotected intercourse or …
Gonorrhea is the most common venereal disease in the world. It is a bacteria that cause gonorrhea to transmit through unsafe sex or to come into contact with genital fluids, and this bacterium contain the disease. It is noteworthy, that women have a higher tolerance for the disease than men. Therefore it is less likely …
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by a bacteria called Treponema pallidum. Between the period between 2012 and 2016, the prevalence of syphilis in Ghana, Africa, has been estimated to be 2.58%. Today, we are lucky enough that Syphilis is easily treated with the use of Penicillin; however, in the past, there have …
The first case of HIV was reported back in the early 80s. When the disease first came about, patients have a very minimal chance of survival. Unfortunately, the disease still remains widespread – especially in Africa, where an estimated 25.7 million people are infected. Nowadays, though, many patients of HIV can live a long and …
The drive to contain the spread of syphilis is gearing for momentum in Africa. Globally, the rise of infections is alarming to the relevant departments. Syphilis is a branch of the many sexually transmitted diseases. It is transmitted through a bacterium known as Treponema pallidum. The four stages in which the disease manifests have different approaches …
Gonorrhea can be fatal if you do not contain it early enough. The bacterium that causes the disease finds its way into the blood and attacks other vital body organs. This leaves you with a multiple of different conditions to deal with. Thus there is a need for early screening and treatment of the bacteria. …
Chlamydia is a venereal disease that comes from the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis. This bacterium attacks and embeds on the lining of the genital cells in the body. Unlike most bacteria, trachomatis needs a host to reproduce. Though it is defective on the human cells, the embedding makes it easy for detection in a test. Read …