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Proctitis in Men Who Have Sex with Men

Julia M Steed1, Queen Henry-Okafor1, Courtney J Pitts1

  • 1Vanderbilt University School of Nursing, 461 21st Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37240, USA.

The Nursing Clinics of North America
|August 9, 2020
PubMed

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Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are common among men who have sex with men (MSM), leading to higher rates of diagnoses like proctitis. Healthcare providers need to understand proctitis in MSM for accurate diagnosis and timely management.

Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health
  • Gastroenterology

Background:

  • Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are prevalent globally, transmitted through sexual contact.
  • Men who have sex with men (MSM) experience a disproportionately high burden of STIs.
  • Proctitis, or rectal inflammation, is a common STI-related condition in MSM, often misdiagnosed.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the significance of proctitis in MSM within primary, urgent, and emergency care settings.
  • To emphasize the need for healthcare provider education on proctitis specific to the MSM population.
  • To improve the accurate and timely management of proctitis in MSM.

Main Methods:

  • This abstract focuses on a review of existing literature and clinical guidelines regarding proctitis in MSM.
  • It synthesizes information on the epidemiology, risk factors, and clinical presentation of proctitis.
  • The emphasis is on the clinical recognition and diagnostic challenges in diverse healthcare settings.

Main Results:

  • Proctitis is frequently encountered in MSM presenting with STI symptoms.
  • Misdiagnosis of proctitis is common due to varied presentations and lack of provider awareness.
  • Timely and accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective STI management and prevention of complications.

Conclusions:

  • Healthcare providers must possess enhanced knowledge of proctitis pathophysiology, risk factors, and clinical signs in MSM.
  • Improved diagnostic skills and awareness are essential for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Targeted education can reduce misdiagnosis rates and improve the management of STIs in MSM.
Keywords:
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)Men who have sex with men (MSM)ProctitisSexually transmitted infections

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