Health Unit Test Flashcards
What is the cause of pubic lice
A parasite
How is pubic lice transmitted?
Sexual contact
What are the symptoms of pubic lice?
Itching and irritation around genitals
Grey rash
How can pubic lice be treated?
Lice can be killed with special shampoo
Eggs can be removed with a fine tooth comb or shaving
What is HIV caused by?
Virus
How is HIV transmitted?
Unprotected sex
Sharing needles
Mother to infant at birth
What are the symptoms of HIV?
Often no symptoms
Weight loss, fatigue, flu
Reoccurring yeast infections
What is the treatment for HIV
No cure
What is the cause of herpes
A virus
How is herpes transmitted
Unprotected sex
Direct contact with facial or genital warts
Mother to infant at birth
What are the symptoms of herpes
Usually no symptoms
Sores
Flu like symptoms
Pain during urination
What is the treatment for herpes
No cure
What is hepatitis caused by?
Virus
What are the symptoms of HIV?
1/2 show symptoms
Flu like symptoms
Darkened urine
Yellowed skin
What is the treatment for HIV?
Preventative vaccine
Once you get it there is no cure
What is a male condom?
A soft disposable sheath that fits over an erect penis
How do you obtain a male condom?
It’s available in stores and pharmacies
What are the advantages and disadvantages of a male condom?
Pros
- available without prescription
- protects against STI’s
Cons
- May slip or break
What is a female condom?
A soft, disposable polyurethane sheath
How do you obtain a female condom?
It’s available in some stores and pharmacies
What are the advantages and disadvantages of a female condom?
Pros
- available without prescription
- protects against STI’s
Cons
- more expensive
- May slip or break
What is spermicide?
It kills sperm. It comes in many forms:
- jellies
- creams
- tablets
- suppositories
- foams
- film
How do you obtain spermicide?
Available in stores and pharmacies
What are the advantages and disadvantages of spermicide?
Pros
- does not contain hormones
Cons
- doesn’t protect against STI’s
- May be allergic
What is birth control?
“The pill” is the most popular method of birth control
How do you obtain birth control pills?
Requires a prescription
What are the advantages and disadvantages of birth control pills?
Pros
- less acne
- not permanent
Cons
- must take everyday
- increase risk of blood clots
What is withdrawal (pull out)?
Removing the penis from the vagina before ejaculation
What are the advantages and disadvantages of withdrawal?
Pros
- always available
- free
Cons
- doesn’t protect against STI’s
- not very effective