A survey of the prevalence of HIV/syphilis infections and sexual behaviors among MSM in Jilin province

Objective To investigate the prevalence of HIV and syphilis infections and sexual behaviors among men who have sex with men (MSM) in Jilin province.Methods A face to face interview was used to collect information on AIDS and sexual transmitted diseases among 1172 MSM in three big cities in Jilin province,blood specmens were collected for HIV and syphilis testing.Results Among 1172 MSM,prevalence for HIV was 2.8%,for syphilis-9.0%,and for HIV/syphilis co-infection-0.77%.In the last six months,multiple sexual behaviors were common among MSM.The rate of condom use was significantly lower(χ2=30.82,P0.001) in homosexual MSM(13.9%).than in those having sex with women(20.6%).Conclusions In order to reduce HIV and syphilis prevalence rates among MSM and other populations,and control the second generation transmission,government should disseminate knowledge of HIV/STI to MSM who are bisexually active and HIV/syphilis positive.