Types of STDs

Gonorrhea, Chlamydia, Syphilis, Genital herpes, Genital Warts, HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis, Crabs are the most common STD’s. Most of these are caused by bacteria or virus. Gonorrhea is caused by bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae. Syphilis is caused by Treponema pallidum bacterium. Genital herpes is caused by virus, Hominis. AIDS is also caused by a virus.

Treatment:  Some STD’s can be cured with antibiotics if diagnosed early such as Gonorrhea, Chlamydia and Syphilis, but if left untreated it can cause serious medical problems and even infertility. Crabs can be treated with a dose of medication that is available over the counter.

HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis, Herpes, Genital Warts are never cured they are only managed. You will be able to pass this along to your next partner sometimes without even knowing you are infected. Warts can be ‘burned’ off in your doctor’s office, but often may return. You may not have signs of Herpes but you will always shed the virus. HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis are passed through the body and becomes blood borne pathogen, these are managed but not treatable, you need to tell your partners if you are infected with any of these so they may also be checked by their physician.