Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) Flashcards
1
Q
What are the three causes of STIs?
A
- Bacteria
- Virus
- Parasite
2
Q
What STIs are caused by bacteria?
A
Chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis
3
Q
What STIs are caused by virus?
A
Herpes, HIV, HPV, hepatitis
4
Q
What STIs are caused by parasite?
A
Trichomoniasis, public lice, scabies
5
Q
What infections are not necessarily called STIs but can be exacerbated by sexual activity and potentially transmitted to a partner?
A
Yeast infection (moniliasis or thrust), bacterial vaginosis, UTIs
6
Q
_________ is one of the oldest STIs on record
A
Syphilis