Viral (& other) Infections
Is a viral STI curable by medication? Explain
No, but they can be treated to prevent them from worsening.
What’s the most common bacterial STI?
Chlamydia
What is the late stage of the HIV infection called?
AIDS - Acquired Immunodecifiency Syndrome
How many times should you use a specific condom?
Once
What does SOGIE stand for?
Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and Expression
Which STI can cause parasites to be in the genital area?
Pubic lice / scabies
What’s the difference between a bacterial and viral infection?
Bacterial STI's can be cured with antibiotics if caught early enough.
How long does it take HIV infection to progress into AIDS
8-10 years
Name 2 different types of condoms.
internal, external, dental dam
Name one way in which consent is not able to be given.
under the influence / forced or coerced / someone says no or they are not sure / not a clear YES / etc.
This STI can cause symptoms such as painful sores, blisters, itching, and flu like symptoms; caused by skin-to-skin contact.
Genital Herpes
Which bacterial STI has multiple stages?
Syphilis (4)
Besides sexual intercourse, name two other ways in which HIV can be transmitted?
blood / breastmilk / sharing needles
What are the most commonly used condoms made out of?
latex
What is the name of the vaccine given to reduce the risk of contracting Human Papillomavirus?
Gardasil
Which STI increases your chance of getting HIV/ AIDS?
Trichomoniasis
People with which two STI's often do not show symptoms?
Chlamydia and Gonorrhea
What is the therapy that is used to treat HIV symptoms?
antiretroviral therapy (ART)
What type of lubricant should not be used when using a condom?
oil-based lubricants
In which part of the AFAB reproductive system does fertilization occur?
the fallopian tubes
Which viral STI has both a Type 1 and a Type 2?
Genital herpes - HSV-1 and HSV-2
Name one specific antibiotic that could be used to cure a bacterial STI.
Doxycycline
Within how many weeks after contracting HIV would you typically feel symptoms?
2-4 weeks
What type of STIs will condoms not protect against?
skin-to-skin contact: pubic lice, genital herpes or warts, trichomoniasis
What is the name of the lifesaving drug that can be used to help reverse the symptoms of an opioid overdose?
Naloxone (Narcan®)