STIs Flashcards
1
Q
what is an STI?
A
an infection that can be spread by either secretions or fluids
2
Q
what 3 ways an STI can be transmitted
A
- vaginal
- oral
- anal
3
Q
can bacterial infections be treated?
A
antibiotics can be prescribed to cure the disease
4
Q
can viral infections be treated?
A
medications can be prescribed to lessen the symptoms but not cure the disease
5
Q
which two STIs do not have a cure?
A
- genital herpes
- HIV
6
Q
what are 5 symptoms of an STI?
A
- painful genital sores
- fever
- flu- like symptoms
- discharge
- “burning” sensation during urination
7
Q
what 3 things can prevent an STI?
A
- abstinence
- monogamous relationship with noninfected partner
- using latex condoms
8
Q
what are 4 types of viral infections?
A
- human papilloma virus
- genital herpes
- hepatitis b virus
- human immunodeficiency virus
9
Q
what are 3 types of bacterial infections?
A
- chlamydia
- gonorrhea (the clap)
- syphilis (the great imitator)
10
Q
what are 3 types of parasitic infections?
A
- trichomoniasis (trich)
- pubic lice (crabs)
- scabies (mites)
11
Q
what is the type of fungal infection?
A
yeast
