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?