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Upcoming Agenda. This Week: STIs and HIV Next Week (Keystones-3 classes)- Review for Unit Exams May 24+ 26 th - Vocabulary Exam and Content Exam 50 questions each. STI ’ s and STD ’ s. What they are and how to protect yourself. The Most Common STI ’ s. Trichomoniasis.
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Upcoming Agenda • This Week: STIs and HIV • Next Week (Keystones-3 classes)- Review for Unit Exams • May 24+ 26th- Vocabulary Exam and Content Exam 50 questions each.
STI’s and STD’s What they are and how to protect yourself
Trichomoniasis • Caused by a protozoan that infects the urinary tract or vagina. • Symptoms • In Males: Painful urination, a clear discharge from the penis, and some itching. • In Females: Itching or burning in the vagina, an unpleasant smelling, yellowish discharge, and pain when urinating.
Trichomoniasis • Doctor can prescribe medicine to cure the infection. • If not treated: • In Males: can lead to Urethritis • In Females: can lead to Vaginitis.
Trichomoniasis Over 7 million people are infected with Trichomoniasis each year.
Human Papilloma Virus • Also known as HPV • Most Common VIRAL STI. • Causes no symptoms, so people are unaware that they have contracted it. • Some forms lead to Genital Warts. • Can itch or burn.
Human Papilloma Virus • Sometimes the body’s immune system will destroy the infection • Sometimes it remains in the body for life. • Can lead to Cervical Cancer • Pap Tests can help to prevent this
Chlamydia • The most common STI caused by BACTERIA in the USA. • Can be cured by antibiotics. • Infects nearly 13 million people per year.
Chlamydia • Infected Males experience: • Painful, frequent urination • Colorful discharge from the penis • Infected Females experience: • Yellowish, vaginal discharge • Can lead to PID • Leads to infertility and/or ectopic pregnancies.
Hepatitis • Hepatitis B and C • Infections that attack the liver • Can also be spread through Blood • People are often unaware of infection • Common Symptoms are: • Fatigue, abdominal pain, nausea, and jaundice
Gonorrhea • Bacterial infection • Symptoms in Males: • Thick, pus like discharge from penis, & painful urination • Symptoms in Females: • Painful urination, discharge. Often unnoticed. • Can lead to: • Infertility in both genders and PID in females.
Herpes • Caused by the herpes simplex virus • One out of every 5 people are infected • Can have little to no symptoms, but often include: • Painful blisters around the mouth or genitals. • Can be passed from person to person, regardless if there is a blister present.
Syphillis • Less common than it used to be • First stage, you get a chance sore • Second stage, you get sore in mouth and flu-like symptoms • Third Stage, symptoms disappear but bacteria attacks internal organs. • Can lead to death in untreated.
Pubic Lice and Scabies • Insects and mites that infest in the hair around the genitals • Symptoms include itching around the genitals and a rash. • Can be passed through physical contact, or infested clothing or bedding. • Must use medicated shampoo to treat.
HIV and AIDS • Transmitted through: • Vaginal Secretions • Ejaculation • Contact with Blood • Mother to baby (breastmilk) • Symptoms include: • Weight loss, persistent fever, diarrhea, fungal infections. May not appear for 7 to 10 years.
Seeking Treatment • If you suspect you have an STI: • Refrain from having sexual activity • Inform all sexual partners • Seek help from a medical professional immediately
PROTECT YOURSELF! • Practice Abstinence • Avoid Drug Use • Avoid Contact with Blood or Blody Fluids • Sexual Infidelity in Marriage • Barrier Protection
Ted Talk • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YcIl-hclrLI • Ticket Out: • If you were Ella, could you be that open and brave about having an STI? • Would we have less of an outbreak, if everyone was like Ella? Why??