STD Flashcards
(20 cards)
STI
Sexually Transmitted Infections
STD
Sexually Transmitted Disease
What are STDs and STIs?
An infection usually transmitted from one person to another through sexual contact
What are STDs and STIs caused by?
Pathogens
4 Types of Pathogens
Protozoa
Fungi
Virus
Bacteria
There are over ________ known STDs
20
Each year, ____________ teens (who are sexually active) are infected
3 million
How can we prevent STDs?
Abstinence
Ways to control STDs
Risky behaviors
Risky situations
Venereal Warts
HPV virus
Cauliflower like warts
No cure, can be treated
Herpes Simplex I
Virus
Coldsores
No cure, take medication to control outbreaks
Herpes Simplex II
Virus
Small painful blisters
No cure, medication to control outbreaks
Gonorrhea
Bacteria
Burning during urination, thick discharge
Antibiotics, partners treated
Chlamydia
Bacteria
Painful urination,pelvic pain, itching
Antibiotic
Scabies
Parasite
Rash/bumps on skin
Hot baths, special creams
Trichomoniasis
Protozoan parasite
Vaginal itching, bladder infection
Antibiotic
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Bacteria
Severe abdominal pain, fever, painful intercourse
Antibiotics
Crabs
Tiny wingless insects
Itching, rash, mild fever
OTC meds/prescription meds
Public lice
Tiny wingless insects
Skin inflammation
OTC meds/prescription meds
Syphilis
Bacteria
Chancre sores, red rashes, damage organs, blindness
Antibiotics