Sexual risk taking, STI and HIV prevalence among men who have sex with men in six Indonesian cities.

摘要: Using surveillance data on men who have sex with (MSM) from six Indonesian cities, this article reports prevalence of sexual risk taking, HIV and other sexually transmitted infections. Factors associated HIV, STIs consistent condom use were assessed. Behavioral collected 1,450 MSM, among whom 749 tested for syphilis 738 gonorrhea Chlamydia. Associations assessed using multivariate logistic regression. Over 80% MSM knew transmission routes, 65% had multiple male partners, 27% unprotected anal a female in the prior month. Consistent ranged 30 to 40% partners 20 30% depending upon partner type. averaged 5.2%, but was 8.0% Jakarta. Prevalence rectal or Chlamydia 32%. Multivariate analyses revealed recent methamphetamine current gonorrheal chlamydial infection be infection. The confirm diverse networks substantial risk-taking, despite relatively high levels education HIV-related knowledge. In addition promoting reduction more lubricant use, prevention efforts must also address substance abuse.