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USUMANU DANFODIYO TEACHING HOSPITAL, (UDUTH)

SOKOTO

SCHOOL OF NURSING

COURSE TITLE: REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM

TITLE: SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTED

BY

GROUP 3 STUDENTS

AMINA RUBA GN/21B/051

CHIDIMMA ONUIGBO GN/21B/013

JAAFAR MUHAMMAD IBRAHIM GN/21B/062

MUBARAK IBRAHIM GN/21B/052


CONTENT:
1) INTRODUCTIO
2) DEFINATION
3) COMMON TYPES
4) SYMPTOM
5) INCIDENCE
6) INVESTIGATION
7) MANAGEMENT
8) ANTIBIOTICS
9) COMPLICATION
SEXUAL TRANSMITTED INFECTIONS: MALE AND FEMALE

INTRODUCTION

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are spread predominantly by unprotected


sexual contact. Some STIs can also be transmitted during pregnancy, childbirth and
breastfeeding and through infected blood or blood products.

STIs have a profound impact on health. If untreated, they can lead to serious
consequences including neurological and cardiovascular disease, infertility, ectopic
pregnancy, stillbirths, and increased risk of Human Immunodeficiency Virus
(HIV). They are also associated with stigma, domestic violence, and affects quality
of life.

The majority of STIs have no symptoms. When they are present common
symptoms of STIs are vaginal or urethral discharge, genital ulcer and lower
abdominal pain.

The most common and curable STIs are trichomonas, chlamydia, gonorrhoea and
syphilis. Rapidly increasing antimicrobial resistance is a growing threat for
untreatable gonorrhoea.

Viral STIs including HIV, genital herpes simplex virus (HSV), viral hepatitis B,
human papillomavirus (HPV) and human T-lymphotropic virus type 1 (HTLV-1)
lack or have limited treatment options. Vaccines are available for hepatitis B to
prevent infection that can lead to liver cancer and for HPV to prevent cervical
cancer. HIV, HSV and HTLV-1 are lifelong infections: for HIV and HSV there are
treatments that can suppress the virus, but currently there are no cures for any of
these viral STIs.

Condoms used correctly and consistently are effective methods to protect against
STIs and HIV. Screening with early diagnosis of people with STIs and their sexual
partners offers the best opportunity for effective treatment and for preventing
complications and further transmission.

DEFINATION

JC (2022).
SEXUAL TRANSMITTED INFECTION: Can be defined as a viruses, bacteria,
and parasite, that transfer between sex partners during sexual intercourse. (i.e
vaginal oral or anal sex).
STIs can be caused by bacteria, viruses, and parasites.

THE COMMON SEXUALL TRANSMISSION INFECTION: MALE AND


FEMALE

1) Genital herpes

2) Gonorrhea

3) HIV/AIDS

4) HPV

5) Pubic lice

6) Syphilis

7) Trichomoniasis

INCIDENCE

Most STDs affect both men and women, but in many cases the health problems
they cause can be more severe for women. If a pregnant woman has an STD, it can
cause serious health problems for the baby.

STIs don't always cause symptoms or may only cause mild symptoms. So it is
possible to have an infection and not know it. But you can still pass it on to others.
IF THERE ARE SYMPTOMS, THEY COULD INCLUDE:

1) Unusual discharge from the penis or vagina

2) Sores or warts on the genital area

3) Painful or frequent urination

4) Itching and redness in the genital area

5) Blisters or sores in or around the mouth

6) Abnormal vaginal odor

7) Anal itching, soreness, or bleeding

8) Abdominal pain

9) Fever

INVESTIGATION (DIAGNOSIS)

1) History Taking

2) Physical Examination

3) Swab Test

4) Blood test

NURSING MANAGEMENT

1) Health Educate the patient

2) Ask patient to avoid alcohol consumption

3) Hygiene:

i. Personal hygiene

ii. Food hygiene and

iii. Environmental hygiene


4) Explain the causes of STIs the to the patient so that the patient to take action
on it

5) Provide medical Exercise to the patient especially for old aged

6) Serve prescribed drugs

ANTIBIOTIC

Antibiotics can treat STDs caused by bacteria or parasites. There is no cure for
STDs caused by viruses, but medicines can often help with the symptoms and
lower your risk of spreading the infection.

Correct usage of latex condoms greatly reduces, but does not completely eliminate,
the risk of catching or spreading STDs. The most reliable way to avoid infection is
to not have anal, vaginal, or oral sex.

COMPLICATION
1) Infection
2) Cough eg TB as a result of HIV
3) Skin Diseases eg burn, and rashes
4) Death Etc

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