sexually transmitted infections Flashcards
What is a commensal micro-organism
Micro-organism that derives food or other benefits from its host without causing harm to the host
What is a pathogen
Micro-organism which can cause disease
What is an infection
The invasion of all or part of the body of a micro-organism
What is a sexually transmitted infection
An infection by a pathogen which is sexually transmissible and which is unlikely to be transmitted by non sexual means
What is a STD - sexually transmitted disease
A disorder of structure or function which is caused by a sexually transmitted pathogen
What can chlamydia cause as a late complication
Infertility
What is the possible late complication associated with HPV
Cervical cancer
What is the possible late complication associated with syphilis
adverse pregnancy outcomes
