STD's

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STD’S

STD’s are sexually transmitted diseases that are among the leading causes of HIV and other diseases. They are a group of harmful diseases and without special treatment they can result or lead to other major diseases, and even death. STD’s are also the most common infectious diseases in the world today that spread through sexual contact, mother to child during delivery, and through the sharing of needles. Two of the most common curable STD’s are Trichomoniasis and Vaginistis that are also spread through sexual intercourse and bacteria.

Trichomoniasis is a type of STD that can affect both women and men. It is caused by single-celled protozoan parasite Trichomoniasis vaginals. Trichomoniasis is usually transmitted through penis-to-vagina intercourse. Symptoms in men irritation in the penis result in a mild discharge, and a slight burning after urination (“Trichomoniasis”). For women signs or infection may contain a strong odd colored discharge with an odor, irritation or itching in a genital area, and lower abdominal pain. When diagnosing Trichomoniasis a physician must first perform a physical examination and laboratory test. In examination women may reveal red ulcerations on the vagina, or cervix; however the disease is very hard to detect in men (“Trichomoniasis”).

Treatment for Trichomoniasis is usually through prescription drugs. Those who choose to have sex during treatment are more that likely to be infected, or reinfected. For women vaginal creams containing metronidazole may be used for a limited period of time. If one chooses to have sexual intercourse he/she must use a condom during the time of treatment.

Trichomoniasis can be prevented by using condoms correctly and carefully during sexual intercourse. It can also be prevented by limiting the number of sex partners. However the number one prevention is to practice sexual abstinence (“Trichomoniasis).

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