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Historical and Medical Aspects of Sexually Transmitted Infections Quiz

#1

Which ancient civilization is believed to have documented cases of sexually transmitted infections?

Ancient Egyptians
Explanation

Ancient Egyptians documented cases of STIs.

#2

Which sexually transmitted infection is commonly referred to as 'the clap'?

Gonorrhea
Explanation

Gonorrhea is commonly known as 'the clap'.

#3

Which sexually transmitted infection is known as the 'silent infection' due to its often asymptomatic nature?

Chlamydia
Explanation

Chlamydia is known as the 'silent infection'.

#4

Which sexually transmitted infection is caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum?

Syphilis
Explanation

Syphilis is caused by Treponema pallidum bacteria.

#5

Which sexually transmitted infection is caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae?

Gonorrhea
Explanation

Gonorrhea is caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae bacteria.

#6

What is the causative agent of syphilis?

Bacteria
Explanation

Syphilis is caused by bacteria.

#7

Who discovered the bacterium responsible for gonorrhea?

Albert Neisser
Explanation

Albert Neisser discovered the bacterium for gonorrhea.

#8

Which sexually transmitted infection is caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV)?

Genital warts
Explanation

Genital warts are caused by HPV.

#9

What is the primary method of transmission for HIV?

Sexual contact
Explanation

HIV is primarily transmitted through sexual contact.

#10

Which antibiotic is commonly used to treat chlamydia?

Azithromycin
Explanation

Azithromycin is commonly used to treat chlamydia.

#11

Which historical figure was instrumental in popularizing the use of condoms as a preventive measure against sexually transmitted infections?

Casanova
Explanation

Casanova popularized condom use against STIs.

#12

Who developed the first effective vaccine against hepatitis B?

Maurice Hilleman
Explanation

Maurice Hilleman developed the first effective hepatitis B vaccine.

#13

What is the most common bacterial sexually transmitted infection in the United States?

Chlamydia
Explanation

Chlamydia is the most common bacterial STI in the US.

#14

Which sexually transmitted infection can lead to pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) if left untreated in females?

Chlamydia
Explanation

Untreated chlamydia can lead to PID in females.

#15

Who discovered the causative agent of trichomoniasis?

Alfred François Donné
Explanation

Alfred François Donné discovered the cause of trichomoniasis.

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