STDs Flashcards
How much bacteria, viruses and parasites re knwon to be transmitted through sexual contact
More than 30 different bacteria, viruses and
parasites
examples of curable STDS
syphilis,
gonorrhoea,
chlamydia
Examples of incurable STDS
hepatitis B,
herpes simplex
HIV and HPV.
How are STDs mostly spread
by sexual
contact, including vaginal and oral sex.
How are some STDS transmitted
Some
STIs can also be transmitted from
mother-to-child during pregnancy, childbirth and
breastfeeding.
Does a person need to show systmoms of havig an STD to have one
a person doesnt always have symptoms but symptoms include
include vaginal and penile discharge,
burning pain while urinating,
genital and/or oral
ulcers
abdominal pain
rashes and itching.
what are the 3 levels of defense that our bodies have
1st level and 2nd level are both considered present from birth
3rd level is considered an acquired abilities
How to prevent STDS
condoms
vaccinated against STDS
get tested reguarly