Reproductive System STIs

Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI)

• Gonorrhea (Bacterial)

  • A bacteria that attacks the urogenital tract, rectum, brain, cardiovascular system and may attack the joints causing arthritis.

  • Symptoms: Frequent urination and burning, scars that can cause infertility.

• Chlamydia (Bacterial)

  • Contracted by oral, vaginal or anal sex from infected partners.

  • Can infect urinary tract.

  • Usually does not cause any symptoms but a burning feeling when u urinate or abnormal discharge may occur.

• Syphilis (Bacterial)

  • Caused by bacteria and can be transmitted by kissing.

  • One of the most dangerous STIs.

• Herpes Simplex 1(oral) & 2(genital) (Viral)

  • Blisters occur.

  • Symptoms: Small ulcerations on the genitals, can be painful.

• Trichomoniasis (Parasite)

  • Many people are asymptomatic (no symptoms).

  • Symptoms: Yellow-green discharge, vaginal odor, discomfort during sex, etc…

• Genital Warts (Viral or Certain Strains)

  • Skin growths that can cause pain, discomfort and itching.

  • Dangerous for woman because some types can cause cancer of the cervix and vulva.

• AIDS-HIV (Viral)

  • Attacks T-cells and helper T-cells.

  • Most have no symptoms for many years.

• Hepititus A,B,C,D&E: Viral A/B vaccinations others not.

• Crabs: Pubic lice (parasite)

• Scabies: Parasitic mite causes skin rash.

• Vaginities/Yeast infections: Yeast organism.