Sexually Transmitted Infections STIs aka STDs

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Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) aka STDs

• The Hidden Epidemic

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STDs Escape Public Attention

• Lack of clear symptoms
• May go undetected
• Social stigma
• Health professional may be inhibited to discuss
  with their patients
• Majority of teenagers lack basic knowledge

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Statistics

• 18.9 new cases annually in US
• 48 among persons aged 15-24
• Specific estimates very due to deficiencies in
  reporting procedures
• Some are not reported
• Some may be repeat cases

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Consequences

• More than 100,000 women become infertile each
  year
• 50 of annual ectopic pregnancies are due to a
  preexisting infection
• Associated medical costs for those under age 25
  are close to 7 billion annually

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Nonviral STIs

• Gonorrhea
• Syphilis
• Chlamydia
• Trichomoniasis

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Viral STIs

• Genital herpes
• Human papilloma virus (HPV) aka genital warts
• Hepatitis A
• Hepatitis B

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Parasitic Skin Infections

• Pubic lice (crabs)
• Scabies

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Prevention

• Abstinence
• Non-penetrating sexual activities
• Avoid multiple partners
• Take responsibility for protection
• Seek medical attention if symptoms appear
• Inform sexual partners

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General Symptoms

• Any unusual discharge and/or odor
• Any unusual lump, bump, or rash
• Unexplained itching or pain
• Burning or itching during urination
• Swollen lymph nodes
• Blisters

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A Lovers Legal Checklist

• Share your medical history
• Share you sexual history
• Act with integrity
• Trust your feelings

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• Symptoms

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HIV/AIDS

• What is it?
• How can I get it?
• Prevention

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• In addition to your textbook, go to
• http//www.cdc.gov/std/default.htm