STIs Flashcards
Which STIs are bacteria?
Chlomidea, Sphylis, Gonorea
Which STIs are viruses?
HPV, HIV&AIDS, Herpes, Hepatitis
Which STIs are parasites?
Pubic lice, trichomoniasis
Which STIs can be cured?
bacteria, parasites
What are some common symptoms of bacterial STIs?
Body rash (face, genitalia, hand,feet)
Unusual odor or discharge from penis/vagina/anus
Pain when urinating
Unusual bleeding
Which STIs can not be cured?
viruses
What are some common symptoms of viral STIs
Pain when urinating
Flu-like symptoms
Warts
Blisters (mouth[inside&out], genitals)
What are some of the common symptoms of the parasitic STIs?
Itchiness
Rash
Red soreness
odor
pain when urinating
What is the best form of protection against STIs?
abstinence
How can barrier methods (condoms, dental dams) protect against STIs?
preventing fluid exchange
What are common treatments for bacterial STIs?
antibiotics
What are common treatments for viral STIs?
antivirals
What are common treatments for parasitic STIs?
ointment/creams, antibiotics sometimes
What is syphilis?
Bacterial STI
can advance to 4 stages
What is hepatitis?
Viral STI
5 types (A,B,C,D,E)
Vaccines for A&B
can be transmitted through contaminated beverages, food, saliva, intercourse