STIs

Do Now What are some ways that STIs can be passed from one person to another?

What does STI stand for? S T I S T I exually ransmitted nfection

What are some examples of STIs? HIVChlamydiaPubic LiceUTI HerpesGonorrheaScabiesBV HepatitisSyphilisTrichYeast Infection HPV VirusBacteriaParasiteSexually Associated Curable! Vaccine!

How are STIs spread? HIVChlamydiaPubic Lice HerpesGonorrheaScabies HepatitisSyphilisTrich HPV VirusBacteriaParasite Skin to Skin?

How are STIs spread? HIVChlamydiaPubic Lice HerpesGonorrheaScabies HepatitisSyphilisTrich HPV VirusBacteriaParasite Fluid to Fluid?

What are some symptoms (signs) of STIs? Burning while urinating (peeing) Itching Redness Bleeding Sores/bumps Pain or discomfort Abnormal discharge from penis or vagina Fever or flu-like symptoms The most common symptom that happens when a person gets an STI is no symptom.

What could happen if someone had an STI, but didn’t know it? Can unknowingly pass it to someone else. Could be causing harm/problems internally – even though there are no external symptoms – or more serious medical concerns if left untreated. Having one STI puts people at higher risk for contracting (getting) other STIs if they come in contact with them. Could cause fertility issues (make it more difficult to start a pregnancy) in the future.

Reducing the Risk of STIs & Sexually Associated Infections

Delaying or abstaining from sexual activities

Reducing the Risk of STIs & Sexually Associated Infections Delaying or abstaining from sexual activities STI testing & treatment

Reducing the Risk of STIs & Sexually Associated Infections Delaying or abstaining from sexual activities STI testing & treatment Vaccines

Reducing the Risk of STIs & Sexually Associated Infections Delaying or abstaining from sexual activities STI testing & treatment Vaccines Communicate with partners(s) about protection and possible risk

Reducing the Risk of STIs & Sexually Associated Infections Delaying or abstaining from sexual activities STI testing & treatment Vaccines Communicate with partners(s) about protection and possible risk Barrier methods (condoms, dental dams, gloves)

Reducing the Risk of STIs & Sexually Associated Infections Delaying or abstaining from sexual activities STI testing & treatment Vaccines Communicate with partners(s) about protection and possible risk Barrier methods (condoms, dental dams, gloves) Washing hands

Delaying or abstaining from sexual activities STI testing & treatment Vaccines Communicate with partners(s) about protection and possible risk Barrier methods (condoms, dental dams, gloves) Washing hands Urinate (pee) before and after sex Reducing the Risk of STIs & Sexually Associated Infections

Delaying or abstaining from sexual activities STI testing & treatment Vaccines Communicate with partners(s) about protection and possible risk Barrier methods (condoms, dental dams, gloves) Washing hands Urinate (pee) before and after sex Avoid shaving, waxing, or removing pubic hair

Reducing the Risk of STIs Delaying or abstaining from sexual activities STI testing & treatment Vaccines Communicate with partners(s) about protection and possible risk Barrier methods (condoms, dental dams, gloves) Washing hands Urinate (pee) before and after sex Avoid shaving, waxing, or removing pubic hair

Reducing the Risk of STIs 1.Delaying or abstaining from sexual activities 2.STI testing & treatment 3.Vaccines 4.Communicate with partners(s) about protection and possible risk 5.Barrier methods (condoms, dental dams, gloves) 6.Washing hands 7.Urinate (pee) before and after sex 8.Avoid shaving, waxing, or removing pubic hair