1. Sexually Transmitted Infections
STI

2. 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)

3. 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

4. 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)

5. In Men--symptoms Creamy or green, pus-like discharge from the penis
Painful urination (burning sensation)
Testicular pain

6. Rectal Infection Constipation Creamy, pus-like discharge Itching
Painful bowel movement with blood in feces
Rectal bleeding

7. Sexually Transmitted Infections
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

8. Sexually Transmitted Infections
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

9. Sexually Transmitted Infections
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

10. Symptoms
Clear discharge
Burning urination
Swollen testicles

11. Sexually Transmitted Infections
Viruses
Herpes (HSV)
Symptoms:
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

12. Symptoms Swollen, painful sores on genitals Fever
Headache and muscle ache
Often no symptoms
female
male

13. Sexually Transmitted Diseases
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

14. 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

15. Sexually Transmitted Infections
Virus
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

16. Sexually Transmitted Infections
Virus
Hepatitis B (HBV)
Transmitted:
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

17. Sexually Transmitted Infections
Protozoa
Trichomoniasis
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

18. Sexually Transmitted Infections
Fungus
Moniliasis (Yeast Infection)
Symptoms:
Vaginal Itch
Cheese-like discharge
Painful intercourse
Complications:
Mouth/throat infections (Thrush)
Treatment:
Antifungal medications (tablets, creams, suppositories)
Test: Pap, culture

19. Sexually Transmitted Infections
Arthropod
Scabies and Crabs (Cooties/Pubic lice)
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

20. Contraceptives/Abstinence