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Sexually Transmitted Disease Research Paper

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Kenisha Walker
Ms. Laura Bubacz
English IV
Oct. 24-2014
Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Have you ever experienced pain, itching or discomfort in your personal area below the belt? If so their could be a possibility that you could be prone to a Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD). STD’s are the most common diseases known and one of the fastest growing problems not only in the United States but all over the world. Nowadays we have tons of diseases. Some of them are curable and some can be slowed down but all of them can be prevented. The most common are: Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, Herpes, Vaginitis, Genital Warts, Pubic Lice/Scabies, AIDS, and Hepatitis. Sexually Transmitted Diseases are usually, not always but usually passed from person to …show more content…

There are many different techniques but one that will always work no matter what is being abstinent. Abstinence is the act or practice from refraining from indulging a desire, in this case sexual intercourse. You can also only have sexual intercourse with only one partner preferably your spouse. This way you can assure that your partner is not having sexual involvements with anyone else. Another method is a condom, it is placed over the males penis to protect both partners of any bacteria or diseases that might possibly exist. Its also a big factor to buy the right type of condom, some are old and there may be holes that could not be seen with the naked eye which means bacteria could travel through the holes as well as sperm. A good condom to use would be one with a small latex tip to avoid breaking the condom. Overall, latex condoms are the best to avoid STD’s or even pregnancy. Although its not 100% guaranteed its better to be safe. As stated before the most effective way is to stay …show more content…

Public Lice and Scabies are also known as ‘Crabs’ but their generally lice. They are tiny creatures usually settling throughout your pubic hairs about 1.1-1.8 mm in length. As stated before Public lice usually settle in pubic hair but can also be found on hair elsewhere for example, your eyebrows, eyelashes, mustache, beard, chest or even armpits. They can be passed sexually, or hygiene problems. Small warts will start to appear because of itchiness. There will also be burning around the sex organs. To avoid Pubic Lice is easy, just simply take a thorough shower. There also are creams and shampoos that prevent and kill the

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