Can You Describe the Following Sexually Transmitted Diseases Flashcards

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A drug that has been used to successfully treat AIDS
AZT
Herpes, HIV, HPV, hepatitis are all NOT CURABLE because they are all caused by
Viruses
Protozoans and yeast are causes of this DTD
Vaginitis
This fungal organism proliferates in the genital area disrupting the normal flora leading to thrush, vaginitis and itching
Candida
This STD can be transmitted WITHOUT SEXUAL CONTACT
Pubic lice
Organisms that cause disease such as viruses and bacteria are called
Pathogens
The most common sexually transmitted disease. If left untreated, it cal lead to PID (pelvic inflammatory disease)
Clamydia
This STD is not associated with PID
Syphilis
Clamydia is caused by which type of organism?
Bacterium
A newborn can contract genital herpes by coming in contact with lesions in this area.
Birth canal
What can completely cure a Clamydia and Gonorrhea infection?
Antibiotics
This stage of syphilis can lead to blindness and insanity
Tertiary
This stage of syphilis is associated with a skin rash
Secondary
This stage of syphilis is associated with the appearance of a chancre
Primary
Gonorrhea or Syphilis in a pregnant woman can lead to this in the newborn
Blindness