Sexually Transmitted Diseases and Adolescents

Chris H. (United States of America)
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  1. genital wart
    a small benign wart on or around the genitals and anus
    Condoms do not provide hundred percent protections for genital warts, AIDs and genital warts.
  2. sexually transmitted disease
    a communicable infection transmitted by sexual intercourse or genital contact
    Sexually Transmitted Diseases in Adolescents

    Sexually transmitted diseases are transmitted through unprotected sexual intercourse and are highly infectious diseases.
  3. chlamydial
    of or pertaining to the sexually transmitted infection or to the parasite
    The sexually transmitted diseases are Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome or AIDS, Human Papillomaviruses or HPVs, chlamydial infections, pelvic inflammatory disease or PID, Gonorrhea, Genital Herpes, syphilis, and genital warts.
  4. spermicidal
    destructive to spermatozoa
    Females shouldn’t douche as it can make the infection go deeper into the reproductive tract and can also wash off spermicidal protection.
  5. acquired immune deficiency syndrome
    a serious (often fatal) disease of the immune system transmitted through blood products especially by sexual contact or contaminated needles
    The sexually transmitted diseases are Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome or AIDS, Human Papillomaviruses or HPVs, chlamydial infections, pelvic inflammatory disease or PID, Gonorrhea, Genital Herpes, syphilis, and genital warts.
  6. pelvic inflammatory disease
    inflammation of the female pelvic organs (especially the Fallopian tubes) caused by infection by any of several microorganisms (chiefly gonococci and chlamydia); symptoms are abdominal pain and fever and foul-smelling vaginal discharge
    The sexually transmitted diseases are Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome or AIDS, Human Papillomaviruses or HPVs, chlamydial infections, pelvic inflammatory disease or PID, Gonorrhea, Genital Herpes, syphilis, and genital warts.
  7. ectopic pregnancy
    pregnancy resulting from gestation elsewhere than in the uterus
    It can even lead to inflammatory disease, which in turn can cause ectopic pregnancy or infertility.
  8. Pap test
    a method of examining stained cells in a cervical smear for early diagnosis of uterine cancer
    Tests such as pelvic examination, Pap test, and test for STDs should be taken periodically.
  9. anal intercourse
    intercourse via the anus, committed by a man with a man or woman
    It is good to avoid anal intercourse and if it is performed condom is a must, even when having oral sex.
  10. inflammatory disease
    a disease characterized by inflammation
    The sexually transmitted diseases are Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome or AIDS, Human Papillomaviruses or HPVs, chlamydial infections, pelvic inflammatory disease or PID, Gonorrhea, Genital Herpes, syphilis, and genital warts.
  11. sexually
    with respect to sexuality
    Sexually Transmitted Diseases in Adolescents

    Sexually transmitted diseases are transmitted through unprotected sexual intercourse and are highly infectious diseases.
  12. ectopic
    exhibiting ectopia
    It can even lead to inflammatory disease, which in turn can cause ectopic pregnancy or infertility.
  13. safe sex
    sexual activity (especially sexual intercourse) with the use of measures (such as latex condoms) to avoid the transmission of disease (especially AIDS)
    They must be asked to indulge in only safe sex, if doing so.
  14. date rape
    rape in which the rapist is known to the victim
    Topics such as STDs, birth control methods, having sex because of peer pressure, and date rape must be discussed in detail.
  15. genital herpes
    an infection caused by herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2) that is usually transmitted by sexual contact; marked by recurrent attacks of painful eruptions on the skin and mucous membranes of the genital area
    The sexually transmitted diseases are Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome or AIDS, Human Papillomaviruses or HPVs, chlamydial infections, pelvic inflammatory disease or PID, Gonorrhea, Genital Herpes, syphilis, and genital warts.
  16. transmit
    send from one person or place to another
    Sexually Transmitted Diseases in Adolescents

    Sexually transmitted diseases are transmitted through unprotected sexual intercourse and are highly infectious diseases.
  17. adolescent
    a person who is older than 12 but younger than 20
    Sexually Transmitted Diseases in Adolescents

    Sexually transmitted diseases are transmitted through unprotected sexual intercourse and are highly infectious diseases.
  18. STD
    a communicable infection transmitted by sexual intercourse or genital contact
    Every person should get STD checkups as frequently as possible, irrespective of being sexually active or not, after they turn into adolescents.
  19. transmitted
    occurring among members of a family usually by heredity
    Sexually Transmitted Diseases in Adolescents

    Sexually transmitted diseases are transmitted through unprotected sexual intercourse and are highly infectious diseases.
  20. sexual activity
    activities associated with sexual intercourse
    The best way to make sure the adolescent doesn’t contract sexually transmitted diseases is to abstain from all types of sexual activities.
  21. condom
    contraceptive device consisting of a sheath of thin rubber or latex that is worn over the penis during intercourse
    The best precautionary measure is to use a condom every time the adolescent has sexual intercourse.
  22. genital
    of or relating to the external sex organs
    Condoms do not provide hundred percent protections for genital warts, AIDs and genital warts.
  23. diagnose
    subject to a medical analysis
    If an adolescent is diagnosed with sexually transmitted diseases, his or her treatment must start immediately.
  24. sexual intercourse
    the act of sexual intercourse between two people
    Sexually Transmitted Diseases in Adolescents

    Sexually transmitted diseases are transmitted through unprotected sexual intercourse and are highly infectious diseases.
  25. wart
    any small rounded protuberance
    Condoms do not provide hundred percent protections for genital warts, AIDs and genital warts.
  26. herpes
    viral diseases causing eruptions of the skin or mucous membrane
    Most people think that kissing is safe, but it can spread the sexually transmitted disease, herpes and many other diseases.
  27. sexual relationship
    a relationship involving sexual intimacy
    It is best when the adolescent delays and abstains from sexual relationships, because the younger the person, the more susceptible he/she is to get a sexually transmitted disease.
  28. pelvic
    of or relating to the pelvis
    The sexually transmitted diseases are Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome or AIDS, Human Papillomaviruses or HPVs, chlamydial infections, pelvic inflammatory disease or PID, Gonorrhea, Genital Herpes, syphilis, and genital warts.
  29. oral sex
    oral stimulation of the genitals
    It is good to avoid anal intercourse and if it is performed condom is a must, even when having oral sex.
  30. symptom
    a sensation associated with a particular disease
    The adolescent must be educated about the symptoms and risks of sexually transmitted diseases.
  31. gonorrhea
    a common venereal disease caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae; symptoms are painful urination and pain around the urethra
    The sexually transmitted diseases are Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome or AIDS, Human Papillomaviruses or HPVs, chlamydial infections, pelvic inflammatory disease or PID, Gonorrhea, Genital Herpes, syphilis, and genital warts.
  32. infectious disease
    a disease transmitted only by a specific kind of contact
    Sexually Transmitted Diseases in Adolescents

    Sexually transmitted diseases are transmitted through unprotected sexual intercourse and are highly infectious diseases.
  33. disease
    an impairment of health
    Sexually Transmitted Diseases in Adolescents

    Sexually transmitted diseases are transmitted through unprotected sexual intercourse and are highly infectious diseases.
  34. infertility
    the state of being unable to produce offspring
    It can even lead to inflammatory disease, which in turn can cause ectopic pregnancy or infertility.
  35. infection
    the invasion of the body by pathogenic microorganisms
    Unprotected sexual contact risks the lives of the young by afflicting with sexually transmitted diseases such as HIV infection and even unwanted pregnancy.
  36. anal
    of or related to the anus
    It is good to avoid anal intercourse and if it is performed condom is a must, even when having oral sex.
  37. inflammatory
    inciting action or rebellion
    The sexually transmitted diseases are Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome or AIDS, Human Papillomaviruses or HPVs, chlamydial infections, pelvic inflammatory disease or PID, Gonorrhea, Genital Herpes, syphilis, and genital warts.
  38. sexual
    of or relating to or characterized by sexuality
    Sexually Transmitted Diseases in Adolescents

    Sexually transmitted diseases are transmitted through unprotected sexual intercourse and are highly infectious diseases.
  39. abstain
    refrain from doing, consuming, or partaking in something
    The best way to make sure the adolescent doesn’t contract sexually transmitted diseases is to abstain from all types of sexual activities.
  40. cervical
    relating to or associated with the neck
    Cervical cancer, in females, can be associated to sexually transmitted diseases.
  41. pregnancy
    the state of being pregnant
    Unprotected sexual contact risks the lives of the young by afflicting with sexually transmitted diseases such as HIV infection and even unwanted pregnancy.
  42. birth control
    limiting the number of children born
    Topics such as STDs, birth control methods, having sex because of peer pressure, and date rape must be discussed in detail.
  43. HIV
    the virus that causes acquired immune deficiency syndrome
    Unprotected sexual contact risks the lives of the young by afflicting with sexually transmitted diseases such as HIV infection and even unwanted pregnancy.
  44. intercourse
    the act of engaging in sexual intercourse
    Sexually Transmitted Diseases in Adolescents

    Sexually transmitted diseases are transmitted through unprotected sexual intercourse and are highly infectious diseases.
  45. contagious
    (of disease) capable of being spread by infection
    Some of them are also symptom less and even these diseases can be contagious.
  46. sex
    one of two categories into which most organisms are divided
    It is good to avoid anal intercourse and if it is performed condom is a must, even when having oral sex.
  47. rape
    the crime of forcing someone to submit to sexual intercourse
    Topics such as STDs, birth control methods, having sex because of peer pressure, and date rape must be discussed in detail.
  48. treatment
    the management of someone or something
    If an adolescent is diagnosed with sexually transmitted diseases, his or her treatment must start immediately.
  49. active
    characterized by energetic movement
    In spite of this, if the adolescent becomes sexually active, he/she must be advised by the parents to take precautionary measures to reduce the risk of getting a sexually transmitted disease.
  50. AIDS
    a serious (often fatal) disease of the immune system transmitted through blood products especially by sexual contact or contaminated needles
    The sexually transmitted diseases are Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome or AIDS, Human Papillomaviruses or HPVs, chlamydial infections, pelvic inflammatory disease or PID, Gonorrhea, Genital Herpes, syphilis, and genital warts.
  51. acquired
    gotten through environmental forces
    The sexually transmitted diseases are Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome or AIDS, Human Papillomaviruses or HPVs, chlamydial infections, pelvic inflammatory disease or PID, Gonorrhea, Genital Herpes, syphilis, and genital warts.
Created on Sun Sep 16 19:03:06 EDT 2012

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