STI's/ REPRODUCTIVE DISORDERS
Chlamydia: Common Bacterial STI, caused by chlamydia trachomatis, can be contracted from birth canals. Responsible for 25-50% of cases of pelvic inflammatory cases. Symptons: Urethritis; penile, vaginal discharges, abdominal, rectal/testicular pain; painful intercourse; irregular menses.
Trichomoniasts: Parasitic infection that is more common in female then male, easily and inexpensively treated
Gonorrhea: Bacterial infection of mucosae of reproductive and urinary tracts. Caused by neisseria gonorrhoeae. In males: urethritis, discharge of pus from penis, inflammation of duct system. In females: abdominal discomfort, vaginal discharge, uterine bleeding, urethral symptons.
Syphilis: Bacterial infection transmitted sexually, caused by treponena Pallidum; infected fetuses die shortly after birth. Infection is asymptomatic for 2-3 weeks. Rashes, fever and joint pains show. Tertiary syphilis: lesions that develop in CNS, blood vessels bones, and skin.
Human Papillomavirus/Warts: (HPV) Group of 40 or more viruses most common STI in US. Over 50% of adults are infected during lifetime. CAUSES WARTS.
Genital Herpes: Caused by herpes simplex virus, most difficult pathogens to control due to unknown infection. Only 15% display signs of infection. Characterized by latent periods & flare up.
Puberty: FSH and LH are elevated and drop low during prepubertal years. Reproductive organs start growing.
MenoPause: Occurs when menses have ceased, estrogen levels decreases, causes atrophy of organs and breasts. Depressions, hot flashes, blood vessels undergo vasodilation, thinning of skin, & bone loss.