Biology and Society Biol 1001

1. Biology and SocietyBiol 1001 Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI’s) Ms Julie Smith

2. The Take Home Message • Learn what risks are out there • Evaluate the risk level of your sexual behavior • Make educated decisions about your sexual activities • Learn where to go for help and information

3. www.cdc.gov What Causes STI’s • Parasites • Curable with OTC and prescription • Bacteria • Curable with antibiotics • Viruses • Not Curable, manageable

4. http:/www.cvm.okstate.edu Parasitic • Pubic Lice (crabs) • Scabies • Trichomoniasis

5. Syphilis Primary stage www.youngwomenshealth.com Bacterial • Syphilis • Gonorrhea • *Chlamydia

6. Viral • HIV • Herpes • Hepatitis • Genital Warts • (condylomata acuminata) Herpes

7. Symptoms & Possible Causes Unusual vaginal discharge Bacterial vaginosis, chlamydia, gonorrhea, herpes, PID, trichomoniasis, yeast infection Penile discharge Chlamydia, gonorrhea, trichomoniasis Abnormal and/or heavy vaginal bleeding Chlamydia, gonorrhea, PID Bleeding after intercourse Chlamydia, gonorrhea, PID Burning or pain during urination Chlamydia, gonorrhea, herpes, trichomoniasis Pelvic pain (pain below the belly button) Chlamydia, gonorrhea, PID Swollen and/or painful testicles Chlamydia, gonorrhea Itching or tingling in the genital area Bacterial vaginosis, herpes, trichomoniasis, yeast infection Blisters or sores on the genitals, Herpes, syphilis anus, or surrounding areas Warts or bumps on the genitals, Human papillomavirus anus, or surrounding area Persistent vaginal yeast infections HIV infection/AIDS Yellowing of the eyes and skin (jaundice) Hepatitis B, hepatitis C

8. STI's Prevention • Abstinence • Education • Monogamy • Condoms/Dental Dams • Some STI’s, but not all

9. Resources • Planned Parent • 722-0833 • UMD Health Services • x8155 • Internet • Google search ‘Sexually Transmitted Infections’