| dc.description.abstract | Background. Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are currently a significant health concern, drawing considerable attention due to the increasing incidence of STIs. One contributing factor is the rising number of adolescents engaging in sexual activities without using protection and contraceptives. According to data from the World Health Organization (WHO), in Indonesia, the prevalence of STIs in 2023 reached 0.17%. This places Indonesia at 103rd in the world for cases of sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Objective: This research aims to determine the characteristics (age, gender, new or existing patient status, risk groups) of patients with sexually transmitted infections at Padang Bulan Community Health Center during the period from November 2022 to April 2023. Method. This study utilizes a descriptive method and is conducted from November 2022 to April 2023 at Padang Bulan Community Health Center, North Sumatra. The study population includes all patients with sexually transmitted infections at Padang Bulan Community Health Center during the specified period. The sample consists of monthly reports on patients with sexually transmitted infections at Padang Bulan Community Health Center from November 2022 to April 2023, using total sampling techniques. The type of data analysis used is univariate analysis, which serves to explain the characteristics of each data specifically, depending on the type of data. Results. The research shows that there are 44 STI patients at Padang Bulan Community Health Center, with the majority suffering from syphilis, namely 38 individuals (86.4%), predominantly male with 33 cases (75%). The patients at this health center are also predominantly male, accounting for 39 individuals (88.6%), with the dominant age group being 25-49 years old, comprising 21 individuals (47.7%). The youngest age group in this study is 15-19 years old, with 4 individuals (9.1%). The majority of the risk group in this study is the Men who have Sex with Men (MSM) group, with 20 individuals (45.5%). Conclusion. There are 44 cases of STI patients, predominantly males aged 25-49, with the most significant risk group being Men who have Sex with Men (MSM). | en_US |
