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  Sexually Transmitted Infections
Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachmoatis.
Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrheae.
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum.
www.pridealive.org /STI_STD/sti.htm   (3094 words)

  
 Sexually Transmitted Infections - MSN Encarta
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are caused by sexually transmitted infections.
A sexually transmitted disease (STD) or venereal disease (VD), is an illness that has a significant probability of transmission between humans or animals by means of sexual...
STIs are transmitted by infectious agents—microscopic bacteria, viruses, parasites, fungi, and single-celled organisms called protozoa—that thrive in warm, moist environments in the body, such as the genital area, mouth, and throat.
encarta.msn.com /encyclopedia_761555827/Sexually_Transmitted_Infections.html   (927 words)

  
 Circumcision and Sexually Transmitted Diseases
A cross-sectional study of 2776 heterosexual men attending a sexually transmitted disease clinic in 1988 was used to investigate the relationship between circumcision and sexually transmitted diseases.
No adjustment was made for a prior history of sexually transmitted diseases because any influence of circumcision status was assumed to be the same for a prior diagnosis as for the current diagnosis, and adjustment would have controlled for the associations the present study sought to quantify.
Since neither a sexually transmitted disease diagnosis nor a single diagnosis were obligatory for inclusion in the study, the prevalence of one disease should not necessarily have influenced the prevalence of another disease.
www.cirp.org /library/disease/STD/cook1   (3514 words)

  
 Chapter 4 - Sexually Transmitted Diseases - Yellow Book | CDC Travelers' Health
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are the infections and resulting clinical syndromes caused by more than 25 infectious organisms transmitted through sexual activity, which includes organisms that are typically thought of as gastrointestinal pathogens.
Sexually transmitted diseases are among the most common infections, with an estimated 18.9 million new infections annually in the United States and 340 million infections worldwide (2).
Increased sexual promiscuity and casual sexual relationships tend to occur during travel abroad to foreign countries and are frequent in long-term overseas travelers (3-5).
wwwn.cdc.gov /travel/yellowBookCh4-STD.aspx   (977 words)

  
  Sexually transmitted disease
If you have only one sexual partner who has no other sexual partner, there is virtually no risk of getting infected with sexually transmitted diseases, as long as you do not engage in non protected anal sex.
Sexually transmitted diseases tests the STD tests can be done during a routine visit to your doctor or by home testing.
Sexually transmitted disease symptoms may include: - burning in the genital area, - itching in the genital area, - discharge from the urethra or vagina, - sores in genital or oral areas.
www.testicare.com /sexually-transmitted-diseases.htm   (1934 words)

  
 Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs), New York Personal Injury Lawyers, NY Attorneys, Herpes, Human Papillomavirus ...
In many states, failure to disclose to a sexual partner that you have a sexually transmitted disease such as herpes or HIV/AIDS is grounds for criminal prosecution or a civil lawsuit.
Pursuing a lawsuit over a sexually transmitted disease is a serious decision that requires careful consideration of both legal and non-legal factors.
Herpes is transmitted during skin-to-skin contact via either (1) direct contact with sores during vaginal, oral, or anal sex with a person who has an active infection, or; (2) contact with oral, genital, or anal areas of chronically infected people during latent periods (when no sores may be visible).
www.oshmanlaw.com /personal_injury/sexually-transmitted-diseases.html   (1840 words)

  
 Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI)
The term STI (Sexually Transmitted Infection) is now commonly used in the place of STD (Sexually Transmitted Disease).
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs), or sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), can affect the general health, well-being and reproductive capacity of those infected.
Sexual Health and Sexually Transmitted Infections Section, which works with provinces, non-governmental organizations, and health care providers to improve and maintain the sexual health and well-being of Canadians by helping to prevent and control sexually transmitted infections and their complications.
www.hc-sc.gc.ca /dc-ma/sti-its/index_e.html   (341 words)

  
 Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD) Symptoms & Pictures : Doctor-Reviewed Information at Healthline.com
Chlamydial urethritis is a sexually transmitted disease involving infection of the urethra (the tube that drains urine from the bladder.
Tertiary syphilis is a late phase of the sexually transmitted disease syphilis, caused by the spirochete Treponema pallidum.
Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted disease caused by the parasite Trichomonas vaginalis.
www.healthline.com /channel/sexually-transmitted-diseases.html   (1253 words)

  
 Sexually Transmitted Infections
As many sexually transmitted infections are asymptomatic, timely and appropriate testing is needed to avoid the long-term sequelae of infection, to halt transmission and to improve associated morbidity.
Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the organism Trichomonas vaginalis.
Sexually active adolescents are particularly at risk of acquiring a sexually transmitted infection.
www.healthinsite.gov.au /topics/Sexually_Transmitted_Infections   (826 words)

  
 MedlinePlus: Sexually Transmitted Diseases
The primary NIH organization for research on Sexually Transmitted Diseases is the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are infections that you can get from having sex with someone who has the infection.
Article: Guidelines to reduce sexually transmitted infections at primary health care...
www.nlm.nih.gov /medlineplus/sexuallytransmitteddiseases.html   (467 words)

  
 Sexually Transmitted Diseases News - Topix
In an effort to promote awareness of sexually transmitted diseases, or STDs, the Chesterfield County Health Department will be holding two STD clinics on Thursday, April 5, and Thursday, April 19.
Sexual activity carries with it the risk of HIV and cervical cancer, along with a host of other sexually transmitted diseases, so it can be literally life-saving to talk with kids about sex.
BRIDGETON -- Cumberland County is preparing newsletters to distribute to residents in an effort to crack down on teen pregnancy and reduce the spread of sexually transmitted diseases.
www.topix.net /health/sexually-transmitted-diseases   (638 words)

  
 Urethritis : Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD) : NYC DOHMH
Urethritis is usually the result of infection with a sexually transmitted disease (STD), such as chlamydia or other similar bacteria.
Sexually transmitted infections can be avoided by not having sex.
If you are sexually active, you can reduce your risk of getting urethritis and most other sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), including HIV, by having sex only in a mutually monogamous relationship with a partner you are sure is not infected.
www.nyc.gov /html/doh/html/std/stdu2.shtml   (868 words)

  
 Sexually Transmitted Disease
Sexually transmitted diseases weaken the immune system, so a person infected with one STD has a greater risk of acquiring other infections.
When gonorrhea is transmitted during anal or oral sex, painful infection of the rectum or throat may occur in both men and women.
By far the most common group of medications used to treat sexually transmitted diseases are the antibiotics that are available in ever-increasing variety.
www.healthsquare.com /fgpd/fg4ch21.htm   (2787 words)

  
 Condoms and Sexually Transmitted Diseases - Mens Health: health and medical information about Mens Health Issues
That information is concerned with how different STIs are transmitted, the physical properties of condoms, the anatomic coverage or protection that condoms provide, and epidemiologic studies of condom use and STI risk.
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are now known as sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), as well as gonorrhea, chlamydia, and trichomoniasis - the discharge diseases - are transmitted when infected semen or vaginal fluids contact mucosal surfaces (e.g., the male urethra, the vagina or cervix).
www.medicinenet.com /script/main/art.asp?articlekey=33590   (804 words)

  
 Pregnancy: Sexually Transmitted Diseases Information on MedicineNet.com
Sexually transmitted diseases, commonly called STDs, are infections that are spread by having sex with someone who has an STD.
If a pregnant woman is infected with hepatitis B, she can transmit the infection to her baby through the placenta.
Sexually Transmitted Diseases in Women (STDs) - Learn and become aware of common STDs in women, including descriptions, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments of each type of infection.
www.medicinenet.com /sexually_transmitted_diseases_and_pregnancy_stds/article.htm   (847 words)

  
 Sexually Transmitted Diseases   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are infectious diseases transmitted through sexual contact.
Unprotected sexual intercourse places young persons at risk for HIV infection, other sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), and pregnancy.
Transmission of the virus occurs during sexual activity or by the sharing of needles used to inject intravenous drugs.
www.stlouischildrens.org /tabid/88/itemid/720/Sexually-Transmitted-Diseases.aspx   (978 words)

  
 Open Directory - Health: Reproductive Health: Sexually Transmitted Diseases   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Sexually Transmitted Diseases in Children - Download the "Sexually Transmitted Diseases in Children" slide presentation created by Cincinnati Children's Hospital Child Abuse and Neglect Team staff.
Sexually Transmitted Infections - The Planned Parenthood Federation of America presents descriptions and fact sheets on common diseases, with guides to healthy and safer sex.
Sexually Transmitted Diseases Treatment Guidelines - Details of prevention and diagnostic measures, recommended treatments, discussions of special populations such as pregnant women and the HIV-positive, from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
dmoz.org /Health/Reproductive_Health/Sexually_Transmitted_Diseases   (592 words)

  
 Sexually Transmitted Diseases - Clinic Services - Personal Health Services - Health Department - Clark County Washington
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are diseases which are spread by very intimate physical contact.
The most reliable way to avoid transmission of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), is not to have sexual intercourse including oral, vaginal and anal sex.
If a person chooses to have sexual intercourse with a partner whose infection status is unknown or who is infected with HIV or another STI, a new condom should be used consistently and correctly each time.
www.clark.wa.gov /health/clinic/transmitted/index.html   (2597 words)

  
 Sexually Transmitted Infections - Planned Parenthood Golden Gate
STIs (sexually transmitted infections) are a group of infections that spread from one person to another through sexual contact.
But the earlier a sexually transmitted infection is found, the easier it is to cure.
Avoid sexual contact until you have taken all of your medication and all symptoms are gone.
www.ppgg.org /site/c.esJMKZPKJtH/b.1104375/k.4247/Sexually_Transmitted_Infections.htm   (798 words)

  
 Sexually transmitted diseases
Most sexually transmitted diseases can be avoided to a large extent by practicing safe sex (eg using condoms).
During birth, the presence of herpes simplex virus on the genitalia or in the birth canal is a threat to the infant.
AIDS is a potentially lethal sexually transmitted disease and is caused by the HIV virus.
www.netdoctor.co.uk /health_advice/facts/venerealdiseases.htm   (1827 words)

  
 Sexually Transmitted Diseases: Part 3
Infection is almost always sexually transmitted, but the incubation period is variable and it is often difficult to determine the source of infection.
Nonsexually transmitted epididymitis that is associated with urinary-tract infections caused by Gram-negative enteric organisms occurs more frequently among men aged >35 years, men who have recently undergone urinary-tract instrumentation or surgery, and men who have anatomical abnormalities of the urinary tract.
Sexually transmitted epididymitis usually is accompanied by urethritis, which often is asymptomatic.
www.kcom.edu /faculty/chamberlain/Website/lectures/lecture/stdc.htm   (2333 words)

  
 CDCC - Sexually Transmitted Diseases - HOME PAGE
Sexually transmitted diseases that are curable can do serious damage to your body if left untreated.
Viral sexually transmitted diseases are not curable and remain in your body, but treatments available to minimize or relieve symptoms.
Regardless of your sexual activity, there are some things that you need to know to be able to protect yourself and prevent infection.
www.co.st-louis.mo.us /doh/STD_site/index_std.html   (1167 words)

  
 WHO | Sexually transmitted infections
Untreated sexually transmitted infections are associated with congenital and perinatal infections in neonates, particularly in the areas where rates of infection remain high.
The most effective means to avoid becoming infected with or transmitting a sexually transmitted infection is to abstain from sexual intercourse (i.e., oral, vaginal, or anal sex) or to have sexual intercourse only within a long-term, mutually monogamous relationship with an uninfected partner.
However, the specificity of this approach for vaginal discharge is low for gonorrhoea and chlamydia and treating all women with vaginal discharge for cervical infection (as if they have a sexually transmitted cause for the discharge) has led to unacceptable levels of over-treatment in some settings.
www.who.int /mediacentre/factsheets/fs110/en/index.html   (1202 words)

  
 Services for Sexually Transmitted Disease -- 11/1999
Contractor shall not delay initiation of treatment services that are indicated by a presumptive diagnosis until receipt of results of laboratory tests for sexually transmitted disease in the enrollee.
(B) In the case of an enrollee with a diagnosis of sexually transmitted disease that is confirmed by results of laboratory tests, Contractor shall initiate treatment immediately upon receipt of the results.
(d) Presumptive Diagnosis -- diagnosis of sexually transmitted disease, prior to confirmation by results of laboratory tests, on the basis of an individual's medical history, an enrollee's report that the enrollee knows or believes that he or she has been exposed to a sexually transmitted organism, or signs and symptoms of sexually transmitted disease.
www.gwumc.edu /sphhs/healthpolicy/chsrp/newsps/std/com-part1.html   (2496 words)

  
 25 Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Changing sexual behaviors and sexual norms will be an important part of any long-term strategy to develop a more effective national system of STD prevention in the United States.
A new sexual openness needs to become the norm to ensure that all sexual relationships are consensual, nonexploitive, and honest and to protect against disease and unintended pregnancy.
Sexually active teenagers often are reluctant to obtain STD services, or they may face serious obstacles when trying to obtain them.
www.healthypeople.gov /document/HTML/Volume2/25STDs.htm   (4339 words)

  
 Sexually Transmitted Diseases Problem Set
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), as the term implies, are diseases transmitted through sexual activities.
Sexually transmitted diseases may cause serious complications including pelvic inflammatory diseases, ectopic pregnancy, infertility, chronic pelvic pain, cancer, and death.
It is also believed that most sexually transmitted diseases facilitate the transmission of HIV infection.
www.biology.arizona.edu /human_bio/problem_sets/stds/stds_intro.html   (266 words)

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