STI Questions and Answers Latest Version Graded A+

STI Questions and Answers Latest Version Graded A+ What is an STI? A sexually transmitted infection caused by bacteria, viruses, or parasites. How can STIs be transmitted? Through sexual contact, including vaginal, anal, and oral sex. Can STIs be transmitted through kissing? Some STIs, like herpes and syphilis, can be spread through kissing if sores are present. Can STIs be asymptomatic? Yes, many STIs show no symptoms but can still be transmitted. What STI can cause painful sores around the mouth and genitals? Herpes simplex virus (HSV). 2 Which STI can cause long-term liver damage? Hepatitis B. What STI is known for causing a thick, yellowish discharge? Gonorrhea. Which STI is sometimes called "the clap"? Gonorrhea. What is the best way to prevent STIs besides abstinence? Using condoms correctly every time during sex. What is the most common bacterial STI? Chlamydia. What is the most common viral STI? Human papillomavirus (HPV). 3 Can STIs be cured? Some, like chlamydia and gonorrhea, can be cured with antibiotics, but others, like herpes and HIV, have no cure. What STI can lead to cervical cancer? HPV. What STI can cause infertility if left untreated? Chlamydia. Can a person have more than one STI at the same time? Yes, multiple infections can occur together. What is the main symptom of syphilis in the early stage? A painless sore, called a chancre, at the site of infection. What STI can cause painful urination and genital discharge in men? 4 Gonorrhea. Which STI has a vaccine available to prevent infection? HPV and hepatitis B.