STIs
What is an sti?
An STI is a sexually transmitted infection.
They are infections passed from one person to another person often through sexual contact.
An infection is when a bacteria, virus, or parasite enters and grows in or on your body.
All STIs can be treated, but not all can be cured.
STIs are also known as STDs, which stands for a sexually transmitted disease. However, this term is not as frequently used because most common STIs are actually infections, not diseases.
what are the different kinds of stis?
Bacterial
Caused a bacterial source.
Viral
Caused by a virus or viral infection.
Parasitic
Caused by a parasite.
What activities can lead to an sti?
Oral Sex
Anal Sex
Vaginal Sex
Naked genital-to-genital contact
How are Stis passed?
Semen, pre-ejaculatory fluid
Vaginal fluid
Rectal fluid
Blood
Breast milk
Intimate skin-to-skin contact
general symptoms of stis
NO SYMPTOMS is the most common symptom!
Burning while urinating
Itching
Redness
Bleeding
Sores/bumps
Pain or discomfort
Abnormal discharge from penis or vagina
Fever or flu symptoms
General prevention
Abstinence
STI testing and treatment
Vaccines
Communicate with partner(s) about protection and possible risk
PrEP/PEP
Barrier methods (condoms, dental dams, etc.)
Washing hands
Pee before and after sex
Avoid shaving, waxing, or removing pubic hair
What happens if someone has an sti, but doesn't know?
Can unknowingly pass it someone else
Can cause internal problems or serious medical issues even no external symptoms
Having one STI puts people at higher risk for contracting other STIs
Could cause fertility issues in the future