STIs mean Sexually Transmitted Infections. These infections or diseases spread or affect humans through sexual contact. In simple terms, microorganisms causing sexually transmitted infections or diseases spread to another person via sexual contact. These infections may affect the average human's healthy reproductive & sex organs and lead to many problems.
Some commonly known STIs are Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, syphilis, trichomoniasis, etc. In these cases, some diseases are found to be symptomatic too. STIs are not limited by age or gender if the person is sexually active. It spreads quickly from person to person if proper precautions are not taken during sexual contact.
The reports say that people between the age of 15-49 are getting affected by STIs, and even pregnant women are getting affected with syphilis. Moreover, the rate of such types of infections is increasing yearly. The accumulation of these disorders or infections-causing viruses may lead to severe problems such as cancer, infertility, pregnancy complications, or even HIV.
Not only virus but also more than 30 different types of bacteria also enter the human body through sexual contact and affects their functioning. Sexually Transmitted Infections can also be spread from mother to child during pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding.
Some of the STIs which are found through common symptoms are below:
UTI is "Urinary Tract Infection," meaning any infection related to urine. This infection can happen in any organ of the urinary system, like the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. However, this infection mainly occurs in the lower parts, like the bladder and the urethra. Therefore, UTIs mainly occur in women. This infection can cause severe pain in your bladder or urethra.
Some people can feel the ache in their kidneys. It is not a significant infection, but if not treated on time, it can cause severe damage to a patient's kidney. If one feels infected with UTI, one should immediately consult a medical provider. The medical provider will prescribe an antibiotic course or injections to cure the infection.
You get an upper respiratory infection when a virus (or bacteria) enters your respiratory system. For example, you might touch an infected surface or shake hands with a person who’s sick. You then touch your mouth, nose or eyes. The germs from your hands enter and infect your body.
An upper respiratory infection (URI) is a short-term illness that affects the upper respiratory tract, including the nose, sinuses, throat, and larynx. URIs are usually caused by viruses and are spread through airborne droplets, contaminated surfaces, saliva, or skin-to-skin contact. Symptoms typically include:
The most common bacterial agents responsible for acute sinusitis are Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and Moraxella catarrhalis.
Contraception or birth control refers to any method, medicine, or device used to prevent pregnancy. There are numerous types of birth control available to women; some are more effective than others. The method of birth control you use is determined by your health, desire to have children now or in the future, and desire to avoid sexually transmitted infections. Your medical provider can advise you on which type is right for you.
Pink eye is an infection of the conjunctiva, the transparent membrane that covers the eyeball and lines the eyelid. It is also known as Conjunctivitis. When blood vessels in the Conjunctiva become inflamed, they become visible, and the whites of your eyes appear pink or red. Pink eye causes pain, irritation, or itchiness in the eyes along with discharge. it is quite contagious but treatable in most cases.
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