General Information On Different STD's
Sexually transmitted diseases or sexually transmitted infections can be transferred from an infected person to a non-infected individual through sexual contact. According to the report of center for disease control and prevention, there are more than 15 million sexually transmitted cases recorded annually in the United States. More than 20 such diseases have been identifies till date. The most popular STD is off course HIV which leads to AIDS, which is most dangerous as well. Other than that Chlamydia, syphilis, gonorrhea, genital herpes, hepatitis B, human papillomavirus, bacterial vaginosis and trichomoniasis.
It has been seen that 90 percent of the cases are seen in young and adolescents that is ranging between the ages of 15 to 24. STD's have more severe affects on women rather men. They should be treated as soon as possible in order to ignore the more adverse effects. It is not necessary that everyone will show the signs and symptoms if suffering from any infection, so it becomes necessary that you get yourself tested for STD. Here are described some of the most common sexually transmitted diseases.
- Human papilloma Virus - this Human papilloma virus is considered to be the main cause of cervical cancer in humans. This can also lead to other kinds of cancer in the reproductive system of the female body. You will be surprised o know that there is no permanent cure for this virus. But do not get scared the sign and symptoms can be reduced and stopped at that stage if taken proper medication. Although an HPV vaccine has been manufactured for the prevention of HPV infection.
- Herpes Virus - Herpes is another infection which does not have any cure presently. It can be stopped through proper medication but cannot be completely cured. You can also do some home remedies or stick to natural herpes treatment. Most common symptoms of herpes are sores and blisters in the genital area which can break out periodically.
- Hepatitis - it is sad to hear that there is no cure for this virus but it can be prevented from spreading through HBV vaccine. By taking up this vaccine you can protect yourself from the infection. Although there are no specific symptoms but people may have unpleasant discomforts while they are infected. The infection might clear up on its own but chronic infections might stay for years. Although treatment is available for chronic infections and it can be completely cured.
- HIV - this is the most popular and most harmful STD. People are really worried about it as the treatment can affect a normal individual's life adversely. This virus ultimately leads to AIDS and eventually death. People suffering from this disease cannot enjoy a perfectly healthy life. More than 40 million people are affected from this virus worldwide and 50% of the ratio is of women.
These are just few of the many sexually transmitted diseases. Everyone should have knowledge about them and should be careful while getting involved in any sexual activity with anyone. Remember prevention is always better than cure. So, play safe.
