WOMEN WITH SYPHILIS AGED 30 TO 35 FROM A BASIC HEALTH UNIT

Abstract

ABSTRACT

This study investigates the prevalence and factors associated with syphilis in women aged 30 to 35 years treated at Basic Health Units (UBS). Syphilis, a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum, continues to be a significant public health challenge. The research focuses on a specific age group, highlighting the vulnerability of these women and the barriers they face in accessing health services and adhering to treatment. The general objective is to investigate the prevalence and risk factors associated with syphilis in women aged 30 to 35 years treated at Basic Health Units (UBS). Specific objectives To understand how syphilis affects women aged 30 to 35 years in terms of maternal, fetal and public health. To inform prevention strategies and propose measures to improve screening protocols for the early detection of syphilis in this population group. This is a review of the literature on syphilis. The review aims to summarize the studies analyzed in full to understand the occurrence of syphilis in women of different ages. The review included published studies on syphilis, selected through searches in databases such as PubMed, Scielo and Google Scholar, using terms such as "syphilis", "age" and "age distribution". The study focused on women aged 30 to 35 diagnosed with syphilis in a basic health unit. The analysis revealed that syphilis affects a diverse age group and highlighted the importance of the role of nurses in caring for these patients. The study also identified that chronic pain and infertility are significant factors that negatively impact the quality of life of these women. The patients treated received continuous monitoring and support, highlighting the need for comprehensive preventive and educational strategies to improve the prevention and treatment of syphilis in this specific age group.

Keywords: Syphilis; Women; Public Health; Treatment.