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This article provides information on the various types of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), including gonorrhea, syphilis, chlamydia, NGU, herpes, HIV, hepatitis B, HPV, scabies, and crabs. It discusses the symptoms, complications, and available treatment options for each STD. The article also highlights the importance of regular testing and safe sexual practices to prevent the spread of STDs.
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Types • Gonorrhea • Syphilis • Chlamydia • NGU (Non-GonococcalUrethritis • Herpes (HSV) • HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) • Hepatitis B (HBV) • HPV (Human Papilloma Virus) or Genital Warts • Scabies and Crabs (Cooties/Pubic lice)
Sexually Transmitted Diseases • Bacteria • Gonorrhea • Most widespread • Complications: • PID (Pelvic Inflammatory Disease) • Sterility • Arthritis • Blindness • Treatment: • Antibiotics (all involved) • New resistant strains • Test: Pap or Urine
In Women--Symptoms Bleeding between periods Creamy or green, pus-like or bloody vaginal discharge Excessive bleeding during menstrual period Irritation of the vulva Lower abdominal pain Painful intercourse Painful urination (burning sensation)
In Men--symptoms • Creamy or green, pus-like discharge from the penis • Painful urination (burning sensation) • Testicular pain
Rectal Infection • Constipation • Creamy, pus-like discharge • Itching • Painful bowel movement with blood in feces • Rectal bleeding
Sexually Transmitted Diseases • Bacteria • Syphilis • More serious • Symptoms/Stages: • Chancre (sore) • Rash, flu-like symptoms • Latency up to 20 years • Complications: • Nervous and Circulatory system damage • Paralysis • Insanity • Heart Disease • Death • Treatment: • Antibiotics (all involved) • Test: Blood or swab of sores
Sexually Transmitted Diseases • Bacteria • Chlamydia • Most common • Symptoms: • Clear discharge • often no symptoms • Complications: • PID (Pelvic Inflammatory Disease) • Sterility • Tubal pregnancies • Infant eye and lung infections • Miscarriage • Treatment: • Antibiotics • Test: Urine or Cervix swab
Sexually Transmitted Diseases • Bacteria • NGU (Non-GonococcalUrethritis) • Male equivalent to Chlamydia • Symptoms: • Clear discharge • burning urination • Swollen testicles • Complications: • Reproductive organ damage • sterility • Treatment: • Antibiotics • Test: Culture of discharge
Symptoms • Clear discharge • burning urination • Swollen testicles
Sexually Transmitted Diseases • Viruses • Herpes (HSV) • Symptoms: • Swollen, painful sores on genitals • Fever • Headache and muscle ache • Often no symptoms • Complications: • Cervical cancer • central nervous system damage • death in infants infected during birth • Continuing outbreaks • Compromised immune system • Treatment (Management): • Anti-viral drugs, always carry virus • Test: Blood, swab sore
Symptoms • Swollen, painful sores on genitals • Fever • Headache and muscle ache • Often no symptoms female male
Sexually Transmitted Diseases • Virus • HPV (Human Papilloma Virus) or Genital Warts • 60 to 80 strains • Extremely contagious • Symptoms: • Local irritation • Itching • Warts (4-8 months) • Complications: • Can block vaginal and rectal openings and throat • Cervical cancer • Higher susceptibility to other STDs • Treatment: • Liquid nitrogen • Surgical removal • Test: Visual exam, vinegar solution
Genital Warts • Clusters the genital or penis area. • In women they occur on the outside and inside of the vagina, on the opening (cervix) to the womb (uterus), or around the anus. • They are approximately as prevalent in men, but the symptoms may be less obvious. When present, they usually are seen on the tip of the penis. female male
Sexually Transmitted Diseases • Virus • HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) • Transmitted: • Sexual contact • Illicit Injections • Breast Milk • Transfusion • Symptoms: • vary • Complications: • Opportunistic diseases (pneumonia, etc.) • Affects T cells in the immune system (compromised immune system) • Develop AIDS in several months to 12 years • Death in 5-20 years • Treatment: • Drug cocktails • Test: Blood
Sexually Transmitted Diseases • Virus • Hepatitis B (HBV) • Transmitted: • Sexual contact • Needles • Symptoms: • Flu-like • Yellowing skin • Loss of appetite • Fatigue • One third have no symptoms • Complications: • Liver damage • Mental problems • Treatment: • Drug Therapy • No response in some • Vaccine being tested • Test: Blood Liver cancer resulting from HBV
Sexually Transmitted Diseases • Protozoa • Trichomoniasis • Flagellates • Symptoms: • Large amounts of discharge • Intense itching • Burning and redness of genitals • Painful intercourse • Often no symptoms in men • Complications: • Urinary tract infection • Pain in lower abdomen • Increases risk of contacting HIV • Premature and low birth weight • Cervical tissue changes • Treatment: • Antibiotic (all involved) • Test: culture
Sexually Transmitted Diseases • Fungus • Moniliasis (Yeast Infection) • Symptoms: • Vaginal Itch • Cheese-like discharge • Painful intercourse • Complications: • Mouth/throat infections (Thrush) • Treatment: • Antifungal medications (tablets, creams, supositories) • Test: Pap, culture
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Sexually Transmitted Diseases • Arthropod • Scabies and Crabs (Cooties/Pubic lice) • Found in clothing, sheets, towles • Symptoms: • Rash • Itching • Burning • Complications: • Cervical cancer • Re-infection • Chemical side-effects • Treatment: • Pesticides (lotions, shampoos) • Test: • Visual, skin scraping
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