STDs Flashcards
What is an STD?
An STD is any disease that is spread primarily by sexual contact.
Also known as Venereal Disease (VD) or Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)
What is Chlamydia?
Chlamydia is the most common curable STD, infecting the cervix in women and the penile urethra in men.
Symptoms include pain during sex and discharge from the penis or vagina.
What are the common symptoms of Chlamydia?
Symptoms include:
* Pain during sex
* Discharge from the penis or vagina
Most people do not have symptoms for weeks, months, or even years.
How can Chlamydia be prevented?
Chlamydia can be prevented by using latex condoms.
Regular screening is also important.
What is Gonorrhea?
Gonorrhea, also known as ‘the clap,’ is a common bacterial STD that infects similar organs as chlamydia.
Symptoms include burning when urinating and discharge from the penis.
What are the symptoms of Gonorrhea?
Symptoms include:
* Burning when urinating
* White, yellow, or green discharge from the penis
Many people may not exhibit symptoms.
Can Gonorrhea be transmitted through oral sex?
Yes, Gonorrhea can infect the throat through oral sex.
This misconception about oral sex being safe is dangerous.
What is Syphilis?
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease caused by Treponema pallidum that can lead to serious complications if untreated.
Transmitted by direct contact with syphilis sores.
How are Syphilis sores characterized?
Syphilis sores, known as chancres, are small and painless.
They can appear on external genitals, mouth, vagina, or rectum.
What is Mycoplasma Genitalium?
Mycoplasma genitalium is an STD that has surpassed gonorrhea in prevalence among U.S. adolescents.
It often does not cause symptoms but is associated with serious long-term consequences.
What symptoms are associated with Mycoplasma Genitalium?
It may cause:
* Cervicitis in women
* Nongonococcal urethritis in men
Most cases are asymptomatic.
What is Trichomoniasis?
Trichomoniasis is the most common STD in sexually active young women, often mistaken for a yeast infection.
Symptoms include frothy discharge, strong odor, pain on intercourse, irritation, and itching.
How can Trichomoniasis affect men?
Men can get trichomoniasis but often do not exhibit symptoms.
It’s important for partners to be treated if one is diagnosed.
What is HPV?
HPV is possibly the most common STD, with many types, some linked to cancer and others causing genital warts.
A vaccine is available for the most common strains.
What are the risks associated with Hepatitis B (HBV)?
Chronic infection with HBV can lead to liver scarring, cirrhosis, and liver cancer.
A vaccine is available to protect against HBV.
What is Chancroid?
Chancroid is a genital ulcer disease caused by Haemophilus ducreyi, often a risk factor for HIV.
Ulcers are generally larger and more painful than those of syphilis.
What is Nongonoccal Urethritis (NGU)?
NGU is defined as any type of urethritis not caused by gonorrhea, commonly caused by chlamydia or Mycoplasma genitalium.
Symptoms include burning when urinating and discharge.
What does Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) cause?
HSV causes oral herpes, genital herpes, and infections in other body areas.
Symptoms include fluid-filled blisters but many may be asymptomatic.
How can HSV be managed?
HSV can be treated with antiviral medications.
A simple blood test can confirm the presence of HSV.
