#1
Which of the following is a viral sexually transmitted infection (STI)?
Hepatitis B
ExplanationHepatitis B is caused by a virus and can be sexually transmitted.
#2
What is the most common symptom of a yeast infection in women?
Vaginal itching and discharge
ExplanationVaginal itching and discharge are common symptoms of yeast infections in women.
#3
Which of the following is NOT a method of contraception?
Withdrawal (Pulling out)
ExplanationWithdrawal, or 'pulling out,' is not a reliable method of contraception.
#4
Which of the following STIs can be prevented by vaccination?
Human papillomavirus (HPV)
ExplanationHPV infection, which can lead to various health issues including cancer, can be prevented by vaccination.
#5
What is the term for a sexually transmitted infection (STI) that primarily affects the liver?
Hepatitis
ExplanationHepatitis is an STI that primarily affects the liver.
#6
Which of the following is a common symptom of genital herpes?
Itching and burning
ExplanationItching and burning sensations are common symptoms of genital herpes.
#7
What is the most effective method to prevent the transmission of HIV?
Using condoms consistently and correctly
ExplanationConsistent and correct condom use reduces the risk of HIV transmission.
#8
Which STI can lead to infertility if left untreated in women?
Chlamydia
ExplanationUntreated chlamydia infection in women can result in infertility due to pelvic inflammatory disease (PID).
#9
What is the term for the inability to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for satisfactory sexual performance?
Erectile dysfunction
ExplanationErectile dysfunction refers to the inability to achieve or maintain an erection for satisfactory sexual activity.
#10
What is the term for a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by a parasite?
Scabies
ExplanationScabies is an STI caused by a parasitic mite infestation.
#11
Which of the following is a long-term consequence of untreated HIV infection?
AIDS
ExplanationAIDS is a long-term consequence of untreated HIV infection.
#12
What is the primary cause of cervical cancer?
Human papillomavirus (HPV)
ExplanationHPV infection is the primary cause of cervical cancer.
#13
Which of the following is a bacterial STI that can cause pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) in women?
Chlamydia
ExplanationChlamydia is a bacterial STI that can lead to PID if left untreated in women.
#14
What is the most common bacterial STI in the United States?
Chlamydia
ExplanationChlamydia is the most common bacterial STI in the United States.
#15
What is the term for the inflammation of the prostate gland, often caused by a bacterial infection?
Prostatitis
ExplanationProstatitis refers to the inflammation of the prostate gland, commonly due to bacterial infection.
#16
What is the term for the inflammation of the fallopian tubes often caused by untreated chlamydia or gonorrhea?
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
ExplanationPID is inflammation of the fallopian tubes, commonly due to untreated chlamydia or gonorrhea infections.
#17
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)?
Irregular menstruation
ExplanationIrregular menstruation is not typically a symptom of PID, which commonly presents with pelvic pain and abnormal vaginal discharge.