Behavioural characteristics and social status of individuals included in the study
| Sexual behaviour (% of subjects) | Women(n = 921) | Men(n = 731) |
|---|---|---|
| STD, sexually transmitted disease. | ||
| *p<0.05. | ||
| †p<0.001. | ||
| Age at first intercourse | ||
| ⩾1828.138.9 | 28.1 | 38.9 |
| 14–17 | 68.1 | 58.1 |
| ⩽133.73 | 3.7 | 3 |
| Had intercourse during the past 6 months | 94 | 92 |
| >3 partners in a lifetime | 64.7 | 66.7 |
| >3 partners in the past year | 12 | 12.6 |
| In a steady relationship* | 69 | 64.1 |
| Previously tested positive for C trachomatis infection† | 12.9 | 7.1 |
| Previously diagnosed with an STD, including C trachomatis infection† | 29.5 | 20.7 |
| Reported urogenital complaints† | 48.4 | 5.3 |
| Partner known to have urogenital complaints† | 34.5 | 46.2 |
| Use of oral contraception† | 60 | 48.9 |
| Use of condom during most recent intercourse | 26.6 | 31 |
| Social status† | 57.8 | 52.1 |
| Currently in school | 32 | 41.2 |
| Working | 7.4 | 5.1 |
| Unemployed or not working for other reasons (eg, disabled) | 39.5 | 27.9 |
| Living with a partner† | ||