DefinitionIntroductory
What are the four most prevalent reportable bacterial STDs mentioned in the chapter?
The four most prevalent reportable bacterial STDs are chlamydia, gonorrhea, trichomoniasis, and syphilis.
Key points
- Chlamydia is one of the most common STDs.
- Gonorrhea is caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae.
- Trichomoniasis is a protozoan infection, often included in discussions of STDs.
- Syphilis is caused by Treponema pallidum.
Source:Little and Falace’s Dental Management of the Medically Compromised Patient· Sexually Transmitted Diseases· p. 250–266
Little and Falace’s Dental Management of the Medically Compromised Patient
James W. Little DMD MS
Ninth Edition · Elsevier, Inc.