A patient at the outpatient clinic is reluctant to identify her sexual contacts.Why is the reporting of contacts essential?

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Reporting sexual contacts is essential in slowing the transmission and spread of infections, as it allows healthcare providers to identify and treat individuals who may be infected and potentially spreading the infection further. This ultimately helps in controlling and preventing the spread of sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

A Patient at the Outpatient Clinic Is Reluctant to Identify