Investigating Stds Sexually Transmitted Diseases

, by Ambrose, Marylou; Deisler, Veronica

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ISBN: 9780766033429 | 0766033422
Cover: Hardcover
Copyright: 9/1/2010

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TDs have been around since the dawn of humanity, yet the history, causes, symptoms, treatment, and current topics surrounding these diseases are not always adequately addressed because of fear, embarrassment, and social stigma. This informative book discusses the causes and symptoms of the most common STDs, answers important questions, shows how real people deal with STDs, and much more. Book jacket.

What Are STDs?	p. 8
Introduction	p. 10
Straight Talk About STDs	p. 12
Understanding STDs	p. 14
How Are STDs Transmitted?	p. 15
Types of STDs	p. 15
Who Gets STDs?	p. 17
Why Are STDs So Common?	p. 18
Worldwide Problem	p. 20
Teens and STDs	p. 21
Effects of Untreated STDs	p. 21
Living With an STD	p. 23
The Science of STDs	p. 26
Chlamydia	p. 26
Gonorrhea	p. 31
Hepatitis B	p. 32
Herpes	p. 34
HIV	p. 36
Human Papillomavirus	p. 39
Public Lice	p. 40
Scabies	p. 41
Syphilis	p. 42
Trichomoniasis	p. 45
The History of STDs	p. 47
The Origins of Syphilis	p. 48
An Epidemic Rages Through Europe	p. 49
Over 300 Years of Confusion	p. 51
A Period of Growth	p. 51
A Magic Bullet	p. 52
War and the Battle With STDs	p. 56
Chlamydia	p. 58
Hepatitis	p. 58
Herpes	p. 59
HIV and AIDS	p. 60
Human Papillomavirus	p. 62
Public Lice	p. 62
Scabies	p. 62
Trichomoniasis	p. 64
Penicillin and Other Antibiotics	p. 64
AIDS Drugs	p. 65
Herpes Drugs	p. 66
HPV Vaccine	p. 66
Preventing STDs	p. 68
Why Are STDs on the Rise?	p. 69
What Behaviors Put People at Risk?	p. 69
How to Prevent STDs	p. 71
Abstinence	p. 72
Condoms	p. 73
A Brief History of Condoms	p. 74
Other Ways to Reduce Risk	p. 80
Testing and Treatment	p. 82
Who Should Get Tested?	p. 82
Finding the Right Doctor	p. 83
The Medical History and Physical Exam	p. 84
Testing for STDs	p. 88
Treatments for STDs	p. 95
Curing Bacterial STDs	p. 96
Treating Viral STDs	p. 97
Curing Protozoal and Parasitic STDs	p. 100
Outlook for the Future	p. 104
Advances in Prevention	p. 104
Education Programs	p. 105
Intervention Programs	p. 106
Diagnosis and Treatment	p. 109
Partner Services Programs	p. 111
The Internet: A Tool for Prevention	p. 113
Vaccines on the Horizon	p. 113
Advances in Treatment	p. 116
Impact of HIV and AIDS in the United States	p. 118
HIV and AIDS Worldwide	p. 119
Issues for Future World Treatment Programs	p. 120
Organizations That Provide Support	p. 121
Living with STDs	p. 126
The First Steps	p. 126
Finding the Courage to Tell Sex Partners	p. 127
Starting to Move On	p. 127
Meeting the STD Challenge	p. 128
Work and School	p. 131
Sex and Dating	p. 131
Pregnancy and Childbirth	p. 133
Health Insurance and Medical Costs	p. 134
Physical and Mental Health	p. 135
Challenges for Families	p. 137
Trepidation for Teens	p. 137
Concerns for Couples	p. 138
Facts for Household Members	p. 138
Surviving Social Stigma	p. 139
STDs Timeline	p. 141
Chapter Notes	p. 144
Glossary	p. 153
For More Information	p. 156
Further Reading	p. 156
Internet Addresses	p. 156
Organizations	p. 156
Index	p. 158
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