#1
Which of the following is a bacterial STI?
Chlamydia
ExplanationCaused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis.
#2
What is the most common symptom of gonorrhea in men?
Penile discharge
ExplanationTypically presents as pus-like discharge from the penis.
#3
What is the recommended method to prevent STIs?
All of the above
ExplanationPreventive measures include safe sex practices, vaccination, and regular testing.
#4
What is the primary method used for diagnosing STIs?
Swab test
ExplanationSwab tests are commonly used to collect samples for STI diagnosis.
#5
What is the most common viral STI in the United States?
HPV
ExplanationHPV is the most prevalent viral STI in the United States.
#6
Which STI is caused by the herpes simplex virus?
Genital Herpes
ExplanationCaused by herpes simplex virus (HSV), usually HSV-2.
#7
What is the primary mode of transmission for HIV?
Sharing needles
ExplanationCommonly transmitted through sharing contaminated needles.
#8
What is the primary symptom of syphilis in its initial stage?
Genital ulcers
ExplanationAppearance of painless sores or ulcers in the genital area.
#9
Which STI is known as 'the silent infection' because it often has no symptoms?
Chlamydia
ExplanationOften asymptomatic, leading to its nickname as the silent infection.
#10
Which STI can be transmitted from mother to child during childbirth?
HIV
ExplanationHIV transmission can occur from mother to child during childbirth.
#11
Which STI can lead to cervical cancer in women?
HPV
ExplanationCertain strains of HPV can cause cervical cancer.
#12
What is the long-term complication of untreated chlamydia in women?
Infertility
ExplanationUntreated chlamydia can lead to pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) and infertility.