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New Fungal STI Detected in MSM Community

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Medscape

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Source: Medscape

A new sexually transmitted fungal infection caused by Trichophyton mentagrophytes genotype VII (TMVII) has been identified in four men in New York City, all of whom are men who have sex with men (MSM). The infection, which can be mistaken for eczema or psoriasis, is spread through direct skin contact and has been reported in Europe as well. All patients were successfully treated with antifungals. Experts emphasize the need for awareness, better testing, and monitoring of TMVII, as well as further research on treatment and transmission.

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"CDC Issues New Guidelines for Doxycycline Use"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by CDC

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The CDC has issued new guidelines recommending the use of doxycycline postexposure prophylaxis (doxy PEP) to prevent bacterial sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as syphilis, chlamydia, and gonorrhea in gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men (MSM) and transgender women (TGW) who have had an STI in the past 12 months. The guidelines suggest a 200 mg dose of doxycycline within 72 hours after sex, integrated into a comprehensive sexual health approach. The recommendations are based on studies showing significant reductions in STI incidence with doxy PEP use.

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