Kinesiology: Sexually Transmitted Diseases

std

sexually transmitted disease

sti

sexually transmitted infection

what is an std

infections that can be spread by having sex with another person who has the disease

epidemic

an unusually high occurrence of a disease in a certain place during a certain time period

infertility

the reduced ability to have children

reasons for the STD epidemic

sexual intercourse at a young age, and they tend to have several partners over the years, sexually active people who do not understand all the risks involved with STDs, infected individuals who do not seek medical treatment

abstinence

the only sure way to protects oneself from acquiring an STD

sexual fidelity

Married couples only have intercourse with each other

drug abuse and stds

- some STDs are transmitted through blood by sharing needle

- While under the influence of alcohol people may make poor decisions and engage in behavior that they may regret later

Chlamydia

- most common bacterial std in the US

transmission sexual contact and from mother to child through birth

symptoms

Females: Often show no symptoms other than a yellowish vaginal discharge. If untreated it can cause Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID).

Males: Painful urination and discharge from the penis. If untreated it can cause Urethritis

treatment various antibiotics

Trichomoniasis

protozoan infection of urinary tract or vagina

transmission sexual contact

symptoms

Females: A vaginal discharge and pain when urinating. If untreated it can lead to Vaginitis.

Males: Painful urination, itching, and discharge from the penis. If untreated it can cause Urethritis

treatment prescription medication

Gonorrhea

bacterial infection of the urinary tract of males and females and the reproductive organs of females

transmission sexual contact and during childbirth

symptoms

Females - Painful urination and discharge from the vagina or urinary tract. Symptoms are mild and may not be noticed.

Males - Thick discharge from the penis and painful urination

treatment- antibiotics, usually penicillin.

The bacteria is becoming resistant to antibiotics

HPV

(Human Papilloma Virus) a virus that can cause genital warts, cervical cancer, or be asymptomatic

approx 40 types, stays for life

no cure, but there's a vaccine that can prevent cervical cancer and genital warts

genital warts

most common viral std in the US, caused by HPV

transmission sexual contact

symptoms One or more months after infection, warts will appear around the genitals. The warts may burn or itch.

treatment Warts can be surgically removed, but the virus stays with the person. The warts could reappear.

genital herpes

An incurable viral STD which produces painful blisters around the genital area

transmission Sexual contact, including kissing or direct contact with the blisters

symptoms Appear 2-10 days after exposure. Flulike feeling and tingling sensation at the site of infection. Outbreak of blisters

treatment Medication for the outbreaks of blisters or sores.

No cure for the virus

herpes simplex virus

HSV1: Causes cold sores around the mouth.

HSV2: Causes genital sores

syphilis

A bacterial STD that progresses through stages

transmission sexual contact or from mother to baby during pregnancy

stages and symptoms

Primary Syphilis – Chancre sores appear 1-12 weeks after infection.

Secondary Syphilis – Skin rash and flulike feelings 2-8 weeks after the

first stage.

Latent Syphilis – Symptoms may disappear for years. The bacteria

attacks internal organs, such as the brain and heart.

Late Syphilis - Untreated syphilis can lead to death

treatment

antibiotics in its early stages.

After the second stage it can’t be treated

how to reduce your risk of stds

abstain from sex until marriage

monogamous marriage

drug free, no injection drugs

avoid sharing needles for tatooing and piercing

follow universal precautions

how to abstinence

Set personal limits on physical affection

Avoid dating someone who is sexually active or who pressures you.

Avoid situations where you feel pressured to engage in sexual activity.

Avoid people who make fun of your decisions or urge high-risk behaviors, including alcohol and drugs

Choose group outings where you can enjoy the company of friends and avoid pressure to engage in sexual activity.

Be clear about your decisions to practice abstinence, and discuss it with others who are close to you.

Practice refusal skills. Use words and body language to resist the pressure to engage in sexual activity