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Sexually Transmitted Diseases

Infections That Complicate the Treatment of HIV

From , former About.com Guide

Updated August 09, 2007

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Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs or STIs) affect industrialized as well as developing countries. In some parts of the world increasing STD rates are stressing public health resources. There are some STDs that can actually increase the risk of HIV infection. All STDs complicate the treatment of HIV. The following is important information about the most common STD's:

Source: The Centers for Disease Control; 2005.

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