STDs Flashcards
1
Q
STDs
A
- microbes are typically bacterial
- some are viral
- fungi, protozoa, parasites (unicellular, not as common)
- microbe is spread through secretions or shedding lesions
2
Q
examples of STDs that are bacterial
A
syphilis, chlamydial infection, gonorrhea, chancroid
3
Q
examples of STDs that are viral
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genital herpes and warts, AIDS
4
Q
prevalence
A
higher risk in women, often internal (cervix and vagina) -> not easily detectable
lower risk in men, often external (penis) -> easily detectable
5
Q
risks
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high risk factors: high risk sexual practices, ETOH, IV drug use, smoking
low risk factors: monogamous relationship
no risk: abstinence
6
Q
transmission
A
oral, skin, placenta, rectum, genitalia, blood
