STIs

Question 1

Chlamydia

Answer 1

Occurs in both genders under 25 years

Transmitted via vaginal or anal sex

Bacteria that may develop into infection if left untreated

Infection causes inflammation of epididymis in males and may lead to infertility, eye infection or arthiritis in females

Antibiotics may be used as treatment

Question 2

Gonorrhoea

Answer 2

Affects mucous membranes of reproductive and excretory systems

In males causes inflammation of urethra

In females it can spread to fallopian tubes causing infertility, and if children are born they can be born with an eye infection leading to blindness

Question 3

Syphilis

Answer 3

Sores develop on sexual organs but heal after 3-8 weeks

After a few weeks a secondary stage appears with multiple symptoms including rashes, lasting for about 2 years

After a latent stage a minority of individuals may lapse into a tertiary stage 5-40 years after initial infection including symptoms such as blindness or insanity

Question 4

Genital herpes

Answer 4

Two Types
Type 1 produces sores on lips and sometimes genitals
Type 2 produces blisters on sexual organs
Can be transferred to newborn resulting in malformations

Question 5

Genital warts

Answer 5

Warts found on sexual organs
Can be passed on to a neonate

Question 6

HIV

Answer 6

Human Immunodeficiency virus

Virus that can cause AIDS (Auto immune deficiency) by affecting T-lymphocytes

AIDS disables immune system leaving body susceptible to infection to any microorganisms

Question 7

Pubic lice and scabies

Answer 7

Insects/mites which cause intense itching in genital area

Can be treated by a lotion applied to skin killing the insect/mite and their eggs