1. Sexually Transmitted Infections
Getting Smart on Staying Safe
S – T – What???

2. Transmission STIs are transmitted through bodily fluids such as: Blood
Semen
Vaginal secretions
Breast milk
Me?
Not sperm! Semen.

3. Transmission Which of these types of sexual contact transmits STIs?
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Which of these types of sexual contact transmits STIs?
Oral
Vaginal
Anal
Masturbation
Genital Contact
STIs can be transmitted the first time a person engages in unprotected sex

4. Transmission
Some STIs are only transmitted by blood and bodily fluids.
HIV
Chlamydia
Gonorrhea
Some can cause sores on the genital area or mouth and can be passed through genital contact.
Syphilis
Herpes
Genital Warts / Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
What?!
Yep

5. Bacteria vs. Virus Help! Some STIs are caused by bacteria
Bacteria= curable with treatment
Go to a medical provider as soon as possible
If a person does not engage in risk taking behaviors and does not re-expose they will remain cured
Some STIs are caused by viruses
Virus= treatable, but have NO CURE
You will have them for life
Help!

6. Bacteria vs. Virus Curable (Bacteria) Treatable (Virus) Gonorrhea
Syphilis
Chlamydia
HIV
Herpes
Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) / Genital warts
Got it!

7. Most sexually transmitted infections have no symptoms at all!

8. Symptoms Burning and itching in the genital area
Sores on the genitals or mouth
Abnormal vaginal discharge for females
ANY discharge from the penis in males
Warts or bumps on the genitals
Unusual odor
Pain when urinating
If a person does have symptoms these are likely symptoms that could occur.
How do I know if I have an STI?

9. Long term Effects STIs can cause: Scarring
Infertility - When a woman cannot conceive a child
Sterility – When a man cannot father a child
Birth defects in children
Incurable illnesses
That’s bad news…

10. Nope!
But condoms protect against all STIs, right?

11. Transmission Consistent and correct use of latex condoms…
Reduces risk of STIs passed through genital fluids
Reduces risk if the affected area is protected
May reduce risk
Chlamydia
Gonorrhea
Trichomoniasis
Herpes
Syphilis
HPV
Genital Warts
Notes: The CDC reports that the consistent and correct use of latex condoms reduces the risk for many STIs that are transmitted through genital fluids (chlamydia, gonorrhea, and trichomoniasis), reduces the risk of herpes and syphilis when the infected area is protected and may reduce the risk of HPV infection.
Source: CDC

12. Protection Practice abstinence. It’s 100% effective!
Stay safe!
Protection
Practice abstinence. It’s 100% effective!
Get tested for STIs, including HIV:
At least once a year if a person is sexually active
Before a new sexual partner
If you don’t know if your sexual partner has an STI
Wear a male or female condom! They protect against many STIs, including HIV.

13. #1 Protection Abstinence is Get tested Talk to your partner about STIs
Here’s how…
Protection #1
Abstinence is
Get tested
Talk to your partner about STIs
Wear a male or female condom for vaginal intercourse.
Wear a male or female condom for anal sexual contact.
Use a condom or dental dam for oral sexual contact.
Avoid genital contact unless you and your partner have been tested!

14. Remember, a new sexual partner, means exposing oneself to any partners they have had before you!
Back Off!

15. Getting Tested Where to go:
Doctor’s office
Community clinic
School based health center
Women’s Health Center
Youth 12 and older do not need a parent or guardian's consent to be tested or treated for STIs and HIV in the state of Illinois.*
Notes: Positive HIV results will be confidentially reported to the health department. The provider may report positive test results to the parent/guardian if they have been unsuccessful in persuading the minor to do so and they believe it is in the best interest of the minor.

16. Good Health Practices
Practice abstinence to avoid STIs and unplanned pregnancy.
If you are sexually active – use a condom and get tested often.
Show respect for yourself by eating healthy, getting enough rest, and exercising.
Show respect to others by growing your relationship and never pressuring anyone for sex.

17. What are your healthy practices?
I swim!
What are your healthy practices?

18. Common STI Usually no symptoms Symptoms Include:
Chlamydia
Cook County ranks #2 in the country for this STI
Most common STI
Silent STI – most people have no symptoms
Symptoms
Burning
Abnormal discharge
Pain when urinating
Long term consequences
Infertility, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Sterility
Gonorrhea
Cook County ranks #1 in the country for this STI
Symptoms Include:
Abnormal vaginal discharge, discharge from the penis; pain and pus during urination
Usually no symptoms
Long term consequences
Infertility, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Sterility

19. Genital Warts and Human Papilloma Virus (HPV)
Common STI
Syphilis
Cook County ranks #3 in the country for this STI
Caused by bacteria
Curable only at stage 1 and early in stage 2
Three stages of syphilis:
1. Painless sore
2. Rash that goes away
3. Late Stage: blindness, numbness and brain damage
Genital Warts and Human Papilloma Virus (HPV)
Caused by a virus
Symptoms are treatable but will not go away
Can be transmitted from skin to skin contact
Symptoms include:
Non-painful bumps
Some have no symptoms
Can be treated with laser or chemical freezing
A symptom of HPV can be genital warts

20. Common Sti Herpes Pubic Lice/ Crabs Caused by a virus
Symptoms are treatable but will never go away
Medication can be taken regularly to treat symptoms
Can experience periods of dormancy or no symptoms
Outbreaks can occur without warning
Symptoms include:
Painful blisters
Genital area or in the mouth
Discomfort in the genital region
Pubic Lice/ Crabs
Caused by a parasite, not a bacteria or virus
Can be transmitted by skin to skin contact
Symptoms include intense itching
Looks like small grains of sand
Treatment includes special shampoo from doctor
Curable; all bedding, towels and clothes need to be washed in HOT water

21. HIV HIV is the virus that causes AIDS
A person is infected with HIV, not AIDS
Transmitted by 4 bodily fluids
blood
semen
vaginal fluids
breast milk
Other ways to transmit
Sharing of infected needles- IDU
Tattoos and piercings
You cannot look at someone and tell they have HIV
No symptoms with HIV
Blood test to determine infection