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There are numerous types of STDs, each with its own symptoms, complications, and treatment options. Some common STDs include:
1. Chlamydia: A bacterial infection caused by Chlamydia trachomatis, which can infect the cervix, rectum, and throat. It often presents with symptoms such as abnormal vaginal discharge, pain during urination, and pelvic pain, but it can also be asymptomatic.
2. Gonorrhea: Another bacterial infection caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae, which can infect the cervix, rectum, and throat. Symptoms may include abnormal discharge, pain during urination, and pelvic pain, but it can also be asymptomatic.
3. Syphilis: A bacterial infection caused by Treponema pallidum, which progresses through stages if left untreated. Symptoms vary depending on the stage and can include painless sores (chancres), skin rash, fever, swollen lymph nodes, and neurological symptoms in later stages.
4. Human papillomavirus (HPV): A viral infection that can cause genital warts and is associated with an increased risk of cervical, anal, and throat cancers. Many people with HPV do not have symptoms, but some may experience visible warts or abnormal Pap smear results.
5. Herpes simplex virus (HSV): A viral infection that can cause oral herpes (cold sores) or genital herpes. Symptoms may include painful blisters or sores in the genital or oral area, itching, and flu-like symptoms.
6. HIV/AIDS: Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) attacks the immune system, leading to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) if left untreated. Symptoms may include fever, fatigue, swollen lymph nodes, and opportunistic infections in later stages.
7. Hepatitis B and C: Viral infections that affect the liver and are transmitted through blood or bodily fluids. Symptoms may include fatigue, jaundice, abdominal pain, and liver damage in chronic cases.
Prevention of STDs includes practicing safe sex by using condoms, getting vaccinated for HPV and hepatitis B, and getting tested regularly for STDs, especially if sexually active or at high risk.
Depending on the diagnosis and your current life circumstances, Iowa Women’s Health Center will work with you to determine the most effective treatment.
There are numerous types of STDs, each with its own symptoms, complications, and treatment options. Some common STDs include:
1. Chlamydia: A bacterial infection caused by Chlamydia trachomatis, which can infect the cervix, rectum, and throat. It often presents with symptoms such as abnormal vaginal discharge, pain during urination, and pelvic pain, but it can also be asymptomatic.
2. Gonorrhea: Another bacterial infection caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae, which can infect the cervix, rectum, and throat. Symptoms may include abnormal discharge, pain during urination, and pelvic pain, but it can also be asymptomatic.
3. Syphilis: A bacterial infection caused by Treponema pallidum, which progresses through stages if left untreated. Symptoms vary depending on the stage and can include painless sores (chancres), skin rash, fever, swollen lymph nodes, and neurological symptoms in later stages.
4. Human papillomavirus (HPV): A viral infection that can cause genital warts and is associated with an increased risk of cervical, anal, and throat cancers. Many people with HPV do not have symptoms, but some may experience visible warts or abnormal Pap smear results.
5. Herpes simplex virus (HSV): A viral infection that can cause oral herpes (cold sores) or genital herpes. Symptoms may include painful blisters or sores in the genital or oral area, itching, and flu-like symptoms.
6. HIV/AIDS: Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) attacks the immune system, leading to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) if left untreated. Symptoms may include fever, fatigue, swollen lymph nodes, and opportunistic infections in later stages.
7. Hepatitis B and C: Viral infections that affect the liver and are transmitted through blood or bodily fluids. Symptoms may include fatigue, jaundice, abdominal pain, and liver damage in chronic cases.
Prevention of STDs includes practicing safe sex by using condoms, getting vaccinated for HPV and hepatitis B, and getting tested regularly for STDs, especially if sexually active or at high risk.
Depending on the diagnosis and your current life circumstances, Iowa Women’s Health Center will work with you to determine the most effective treatment.
IWHC & IMHC will continue to coordinate with your primary care provider to treat you, our patient.
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