Communicable Diseases and STIs Quiz

Increased appetite is not a common symptom of HIV/AIDS; rather, it's often associated with other conditions.

Gonorrhea is primarily transmitted through sexual contact, including vaginal, anal, and oral sex.

Yellowing of the eyes and skin (jaundice) is not a symptom of syphilis; it's associated with liver problems.

Malaria is caused by the Plasmodium parasite, transmitted through the bite of infected Anopheles mosquitoes.

Hepatitis A is primarily transmitted through ingestion of contaminated food or water.

Syphilis is not a viral disease; it's a bacterial infection caused by Treponema pallidum.

Tuberculosis is caused by bacteria known as Mycobacterium tuberculosis.

HPV infection can be prevented by vaccination with available HPV vaccines.

Hepatitis B is commonly transmitted through contact with infected blood or body fluids.

Using condoms during sexual intercourse is one of the most effective ways to prevent the transmission of HIV.

Gonorrhea is commonly referred to as 'the clap' in colloquial terms.

Untreated gonorrhea in women can lead to complications such as ectopic pregnancy.

Visual examination of genital sores is often used for diagnosing genital herpes.

Memory loss is not a typical symptom of hepatitis C; symptoms usually involve liver-related issues.

Painful urination is not a common symptom of trichomoniasis, though it may occur in other STIs.