Sexually Transmitted Disease
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are the result of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), which are primarily spread through sexual contact. STIs can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or parasites. These infections can be transmitted from person to person through blood, semen, vaginal fluids, and other bodily fluids.
The various STDs include:
1. Chlamydia
2. Gonorrhea
3. Trichomoniasis
4. Bacterial vaginosis
5. Herpes
6. HIV/AIDS
7. Hepatitis B
8. Mycoplasma genitalium
9. Syphilis
10. Human papillomavirus (HPV)
11. Hepatitis C
Genital Herpes Infection
It is a chronic, lifelong sexually transmitted infection. The typical clinical presentation of the first episode includes clusters of red papules, vesicles, or ulcers on the external genitalia, perineal area, or buttocks, occurring 4 to 7 days after sexual exposure. Symptomatic recurrences are usually less severe than the primary episode. Diagnosis is made through PCR testing of a swab taken from the lesion.
Chlamydia Trachomatis
Chlamydia trachomatis causes cervicitis in women, urethritis in men, and genital infections, including rectal and oropharyngeal infections.
Asymptomatic infections are common in both men and women. Symptoms may include increased vaginal discharge, post-coital and intermenstrual bleeding, pain during urination, and lower abdominal pain.
If left untreated, chlamydia infection can lead to serious complications such as ectopic pregnancy, infertility, and pelvic inflammatory disease. Diagnosis is made through a vulvovaginal swab sent for PCR testing.
Asymptomatic infections are common in both men and women. Symptoms may include increased vaginal discharge, post-coital and intermenstrual bleeding, pain during urination, and lower abdominal pain.
If left untreated, chlamydia infection can lead to serious complications such as ectopic pregnancy, infertility, and pelvic inflammatory disease. Diagnosis is made through a vulvovaginal swab sent for PCR testing.
