Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Mr. Punaro
sexually transmitted disease n. Abbr. STD Any of various diseases, including chancroid, chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis, that are usually contracted through sexual intercourse or other intimate sexual contact.
std. (n.d.). Dictionary.com Unabridged (v 1.1). Retrieved April 21, 2008, from Dictionary.com website: http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/std
Assignment
Find and list on sexually transmitted disease caused by a virus.
Find and list one sexually transmitted disease caused by a bacteria.
For each STD, explain the following:
1. Describe how a person can become infected. Is there more than one
way?
2. Describe signs and symptoms of each STD.
3. What can happen if the STD is not treated?
4. Is the STD curable? If it is curable, HOW can it be cured?
5. If the STD is not curable - WHY?
6. If a pregnant women is infected with this STD, and gives birth, will
the baby be affected? If so, HOW will the baby be affected?
