AIDS—AN EMERGING PROBLEM

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are a group of communicable diseases which are usually transmitted by sexual contact. They are a major public health problem in all countries.
Since the second edition of the Handbook in 1982, the field of STD has undergone major change with the appearance of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) in 1981 and the subsequent recognition of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection.
The appearance of this disease brought into focus the sexual transmission of disease among homosexual men and the effect on disease patterns of changes in sexual behaviour. It has also highlighted the importance of counselling and confidentiality in the management of these diseases.
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Most patients have a combination of two or more of these problems. They are usually first given a thorough medical history and examination to determine the extent of the prob­lem and to hopefully pinpoint a cause. I want to briefly outline the nature of these four symptoms so that your problem will make more sense to you as a patient if you are experiencing any of them.

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Taking prescribed medications with most vitamins is safe as is taking herbal complexes that are available through health food stores. However, you should always check with your doctor, your pharmacist or your naturopath. They are all trained to know what can go with what.

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Overweight is most commonly a result of overeating and lack of exercise. Overweight and fluid retention often go together with people who have glandular problems or under-active thyroids. In such cases an iodine and phosporous deficiency may be the cause.