Sexually Transmitted Infections https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=llnXtPZOazM
Types Gonorrhea Syphilis Chlamydia NGU (Non-Gonococcal Urethritis Herpes (HSV) HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) Hepatitis B (HBV) HPV (Human Papilloma Virus) or Genital Warts Scabies and Crabs (Cooties/Pubic lice)
Sexually Transmitted Infections Bacteria Gonorrhea Most widespread Complications: PID (Pelvic Inflammatory Disease) Sterility Arthritis Blindness Treatment: Antibiotics (all involved) New resistant strains Test: Pap or Urine
In Women--Symptoms Bleeding between periods Creamy or green, pus-like or bloody vaginal discharge Excessive bleeding during menstrual period Irritation of the vulva Lower abdominal pain Painful intercourse Painful urination (burning sensation)
In Men--symptoms Creamy or green, pus-like discharge from the penis Painful urination (burning sensation) Testicular pain
Rectal Infection Constipation Creamy, pus-like discharge Itching Painful bowel movement with blood in feces Rectal bleeding
Syphilis Bacteria Syphilis More serious Symptoms/Stages: Chancre (sore) Rash, flu-like symptoms Latency up to 20 years Complications: Nervous and Circulatory system damage Paralysis Insanity Heart Disease Death Treatment: Antibiotics (all involved) Test: Blood or swab of sores
Chlamydia Bacteria Chlamydia http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S__EEJDwNmY Chlamydia Bacteria Chlamydia Most common Symptoms: Clear discharge often no symptoms Complications: PID (Pelvic Inflammatory Disease) Sterility Tubal pregnancies Infant eye and lung infections Miscarriage Treatment: Antibiotics Test: Urine or Cervix swab
Chlamydia https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S__EEJDwNmY
NGU Bacteria NGU (Non-Gonococcal Urethritis) Male equivalent to Chlamydia Symptoms: Clear discharge burning urination Swollen testicles Complications: Reproductive organ damage sterility Treatment: Antibiotics Test: Culture of discharge
Symptoms Clear discharge burning urination Swollen testicles
What is a Viral STI? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e6MNzZn4W0w
Herpes Viruses Herpes (HSV) Symptoms: Complications: Swollen, painful sores on genitals Fever Headache and muscle ache Often no symptoms Complications: Cervical cancer central nervous system damage death in infants infected during birth Continuing outbreaks Compromised immune system Treatment (Management): Anti-viral drugs, always carry virus Test: Blood, swab sore
Herpes https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rW8sBvrJzCU 5min
Symptoms Swollen, painful sores on genitals Fever Headache and muscle ache Often no symptoms female male
HPV Virus HPV (Human Papilloma Virus) or Genital Warts 60 to 80 strains Extremely contagious Symptoms: Local irritation Itching Warts (4-8 months) Complications: Can block vaginal and rectal openings and throat Cervical cancer Higher susceptibility to other STDs Treatment: Liquid nitrogen Surgical removal Test: Visual exam, vinegar solution
Gonorrhea https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eww8tGkqGRw A burning sensation when urinating; A white, yellow, or green discharge from the penis; Painful or swollen testicles (although this is less common). It can cause infections in the genitals, rectum, and throat. It is a very common infection, especially among young people ages 15-24 years.
If untreated It can be treated! But treatment will not undue damage. In women, untreated gonorrhea can cause pelvic inflammatory disease (Some of the complications of PID are Formation of scar tissue that blocks fallopian tubes; Ectopic pregnancy (pregnancy outside the womb); Infertility (inability to get pregnant); Long-term pelvic/abdominal pain. In men, gonorrhea can cause a painful condition in the tubes attached to the testicles. In rare cases, this may cause a man to be sterile, or prevent him from being able to father a child It can be treated! But treatment will not undue damage.
HPV Vaccine Three vaccines are available to prevent the human papillomavirus (HPV) types that cause most cervical cancers as well as some cancers of the anus, vulva (area around the opening of the vagina), vagina, and oropharynx (back of throat including base of tongue and tonsils). Two of these vaccines also prevent HPV types that cause most genital warts. HPV vaccines are given in 3 shots over 6 months. HPV vaccination is recommended for 11 and 12 year-old girls. It is also recommended for girls and women age 13 through 26 years of age who have not yet been vaccinated or completed the vaccine series
Genital Warts Clusters the genital or penis area. In women they occur on the outside and inside of the vagina, on the opening (cervix) to the womb (uterus), or around the anus. They are approximately as prevalent in men, but the symptoms may be less obvious. When present, they usually are seen on the tip of the penis. female male
Go to video http://www.teachertube.com/viewVideo.php?title=how_to_talk_about_hiv&video_id=178005
Science of HIV/AIDS https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FDVNdn0CvKI
HIV- Human immunodeficiency virus Transmitted: Sexual contact Illicit Injections Breast Milk Transfusion Symptoms: vary Complications: Opportunistic diseases (pneumonia, etc.) Affects T cells in the immune system (compromised immune system) Develop AIDS in several months to 12 years Death in 5-20 years Treatment: Drug cocktails Test: Blood
Hepatitis Virus Hepatitis B (HBV) Transmitted: Symptoms: Sexual contact Needles Symptoms: Flu-like Yellowing skin Loss of appetite Fatigue One third have no symptoms Complications: Liver damage Mental problems Treatment: Drug Therapy No response in some Vaccine being tested Test: Blood Liver cancer resulting from HBV
Protozoa Trichomoniasis Symptoms: Complications: Treatment: Flagellates Symptoms: Large amounts of discharge Intense itching Burning and redness of genitals Painful intercourse Often no symptoms in men Complications: Urinary tract infection Pain in lower abdomen Increases risk of contacting HIV Premature and low birth weight Cervical tissue changes Treatment: Antibiotic (all involved) Test: culture
Fungus Moniliasis (Yeast Infection) Symptoms: Complications: Vaginal Itch Cheese-like discharge Painful intercourse Complications: Mouth/throat infections (Thrush) Treatment: Antifungal medications (tablets, creams, supositories) Test: Pap, culture
What is a parasitic STI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=txEq0t3gAyE
Scabies and Crabs (Cooties/Public Lice Arthropod Found in clothing, sheets, towles Symptoms: Rash Itching Burning Complications: Cervical cancer Re-infection Chemical side-effects Treatment: Pesticides (lotions, shampoos) Test: Visual, skin scraping