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13.1 STI: What You Should Know

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25 July 2022
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STIs
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STI stands for Sexually Transmitted Infections. An infection caused by sexual contact. This can be caused by a bacteria, virus, or parasite.
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What does asymptomatic mean?
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Little to no symptoms shown by a person.
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List three critical components for effective treatment of STIs.
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Obtain treatment from doctor. Notify all sexual partners, to stop the spread of the STI. Abstain from sex until your infection is cured.
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Name two methods commonly used to help prevent STIs.
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Practicing abstinence and wearing latex condoms.
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Identify the six common STIs. Describe the signs and symptoms and explain how each STI is diagnosed and treated.
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Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, Trichomoniasis, Genital Herpes, HPV, HIV/AIDS.
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Describe the difference between HIV and AIDS.
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HIV is the weakening of immune cells from the virus to the cells. This can lead to AIDs which is a complete inability to fight off disease or unwanted foreign material in your immune system due to poorly functioning cells.
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How is HIV transmitted?
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Transmitting through bodily fluids like blood, semen, vaginal discharge, and breast milk. Transmitted through sexual intercourse or contact of intimate detail/risky attributions like open sores, cuts, or blood.