Sexually transmitted infection (sti)
Transcript of Sexually transmitted infection (sti)
Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)
Formerly known as STD
Chlamydia/Gonorrhea
Chlamydia/Gonorrhea Two of the most common STI Known as silent disease Common symptoms
• Burning urination• White/Cloudy Discharge
If left untreated it may lead to • PID• Infertility
Testing• Urine test or swab test
Is there a cure?• Yes
Syphilis Three stages
• Primary Stage• Secondary Stage• Latent Stage
Complication• For pregnant women
Stillbirth baby may become developmentally delayed, have seizures, or die
Treatment• Can only be treated during the first stage by
penicillin or other antibiotics
Herpes Two types
• HSV 1 and HSV 2 Symptoms
• HSV 1 cold sores or blisters
• HSV 2 Blister Painful urination
Is there a cure?• No
HIV& Aids HIV a viral infection Lead to AIDS About 56,000 people in the US contracted
HIV in 2006. Can stay dormant for several years Symptoms:
• Flu-like symptoms• Diarrhea• Fever• Weight loss
Is there a cure?• No
Prevention Abstinence Monogamy Using Condoms
You think you have STI?• STOP having sex, tell your partner to do the
same thing• Contact your local Public Health/ health care
provider
Remember one time of
unprotected sex can lead to STI. Any question?