Journal of AIDS & Clinical Research

HIV-positive MSM in Zhejiang, China in 2015: A Cross-sectional Study on the Prevalence of Active Syphilis Infection and Risk Factors

Abstract

Cosert Sertei*

In 2015, a cross-sectional study was conducted in Zhejiang, China, to investigate the prevalence of active syphilis infection among HIV-positive men who have sex with men and to identify the associated risk factors. This study sheds light on the intersecting challenges faced by individuals in this vulnerable population and provides valuable insights into the dynamics of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) within the context of HIV in the region. The HIV epidemic in China has been on the rise, particularly among MSM. Simultaneously, the prevalence of syphilis, a bacterial STI, has also been increasing in various parts of the country. Understanding the prevalence and risk factors associated with active syphilis infection in HIV-positive MSM is critical for public health efforts aimed at prevention, diagnosis and treatment.