STI Symptoms ~ 11/10/22 Flashcards
What is another word for genital warts?
HPV
How is HPV spread?
Through skin-to-skin contact
What can HPV cause?
- Warts (usually harmless)
- Cervical or anal cancer
What are the signs of HPV?
- Pink or flesh-coloured warts
- Raised, flat or cauliflower-shaped warts
What is Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1?
A painful cold sore that appears on the lip
How can Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1 be spread?
It can be spread to the genitals through oral or genital contact with an infected person
What do drugs do to Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1?
Drugs can shorten or prevent outbreaks
What are the signs + symptoms of Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1?
- Occasional cold sores on the lips
- Small blisters or sores on the genitals
What is Herpes Simplex Virus Type 2 the spread of?
Cause of most cases of genital herpes
How is Herpes Simplex Virus Type 2 spread?
Can spread through intercourse or direct contact with a herpes sore
What do antiviral drugs do to Herpes Simplex Virus Type 2?
Make the outbreaks less frequent + help efficiently clear up symptoms
What’s a symptom of Herpes Simplex Virus Type 2?
Fluid-filled blisters
Whats another name for gonorrhoea?
The Clap
What can gonorrhoea lead to if left untreated?
Infertility in both men and women
What do antibiotics do to gonorrhoea?
Stop the infection
Why is gonorrhoea increasing?
People are having oral sex without using a condom
What are the symptoms of gonorrhoea?
- Burning during urination
- Discharge
- Skin rashes
Where can gonorrhoea spread to?
The joints and blood
What are the symptoms of gonorrhoea in men?
- Discharge from the penis
- Swollen testicles
What are the symptoms of gonorrhoea in women?
- Vaginal discharge
- Pelvic pain
- Spotting
What is gonorrhoea confused with?
A urinary tract or vaginal infection
What happens if syphilis is left untreated?
- Paralysis
- Blindness
- Death
What is a sign of syphilis?
A firm, round, painless sore on the genitals or anus
How is syphilis spread?
It spreads through direct contact with this sore
