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August 21, 2025International Journal of Frontiers in Science and Technology Research

Syphilis and HIV co-infection in patients attending HIV outpatient’s clinic in Makurdi, North central Nigeria: A cohort study

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DDDaniel DanladiSAShawon Fredrick AkpagherDIDeborah Adiya Ikape

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Overview

Cohort study finds 6.4% prevalence of syphilis co-infection in HIV patients, suggesting education impacts risk factors.

Key Points

  • The prevalence of syphilis co-infection among HIV patients was found to be 6.4%, indicating a public health concern.
  • Age and level of education were significantly associated with syphilis co-infection, particularly in individuals over 25 years.
  • Cohort study design involved 250 participants using structured interviews and serological tests to identify co-infections.
  • Findings emphasize the need for improved STI counseling and screening, especially among those with lower education levels.

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Danladi et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68af70627567bf4f94feb7cchttps://doi.org/10.53294/ijfstr.2025.9.1.0028
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