Question

A 28-year-old man presents to a sexual health clinic in Toronto. He has had multiple new partners in the past year and inconsistent condom use. He is asymptomatic. According to Canadian STI guidance, which screening strategy is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Offer routine screening for chlamydia and gonorrhoea and discuss testing for HIV, syphilis and other STBBIs based on risk

Answer

No screening is required in asymptomatic men

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Screen only if he reports urethral discharge

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Screen with urine culture only

Answer

Rely on partner notification and do not test him directly

Practice question

A 28-year-old man presents to a sexual health clinic in Toronto. He has had multiple new partners in the past year and inconsistent condom use. He is asymptomatic. According to Canadian STI guidance, which screening strategy is most appropriate?