Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) Non-Viral

Non-Viral STDs Can be treated with medication (Antibiotics) Contagious Not a Virus

Types of Non – Viral STDs Chlamydia Number one cause of preventable infertility in US If untreated leads to Pelvic Inflammatory Disease It is estimated that 1 in 15 sexually active females aged 14-19 years has chlamydia.

Types of Non – Viral STDs Cont. Symptoms of Chlamydia Blood spotting Unusual discharge Burning when urinating Abdominal pain

Types of Non – Viral STDs Cont. Gonorrhea Gonorrhea is one of the most common STDs in the United States and can lead to infertility in men and women  Gonorrhea can cause infections in the urethra, vagina, mouth, throat, eyes and anus

Types of Non – Viral STDs Cont. Symptoms of Gonorrhea Discharge from penis and vagina Burning when urinating Abdominal pain

Types of Non – Viral STDs Cont. Syphilis Syphilis is spread by contact with open sores (usually during sex) If left untreated it can cause serious health problems, including brain and nervous system damage, blood infection and even death If early action is taken, syphilis can be cured with antibiotics

Syphilis

Types of Non – Viral STDs Cont. Symptoms of Syphilis Sores in and around mouth Sores in and around genital area (Penis, Vagina) Sores in and around anus Body rash

Types of Non – Viral STDs Cont. Trichomoniasis Trichomoniasis is the most common curable STI Millions of people are infected each year in the United States

Types of Non – Viral STDs Cont. Symptoms of Trichomiasis Signs in women include excessive, frothy, yellowish or greenish vaginal discharge There may also be swelling of the vulva and labia along with painful urination Symptoms in men may include painful urination with lesions on the penis

Protecting Yourself As with all STDs, the most effective protection is to abstain from sexual activity Be monogamous with one long-term partner who has tested negative for STDs Latex condoms can also reduce your risk