Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI)
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Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI)
“If u feel affected by STI, please visit nearest clinic and send your samples to Geneflux”
What is STI?
Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) are spread through intimate contact with an infected person via blood, semen, vaginal or other bodily fluids.
STI can also be transmitted from mother to infant during pregnancy or childbirth, or through blood transfusions or by sharing needles. If a pregnant woman has STI, it can cause serious health problems for the mother & baby.
PCR Diagnosis of Sexually Transmitted Infections
- Chlamydia trachomatis (CT)
- Neisseria gonorrhea (NG)
- Mycoplasma genitalium (MG)
- Trichomonas vaginalis (TV)
- Ureaplasma parvum (UP)
- Ureaplasma urealyticum (UU)
- Mycoplasma hominis (MH)
- Proctitis
- Balanitis
- Vomitting and diarrhea
STI agents include:
- Bacteria (Chlamydia trachomatis, Neisseria gonorrhea, Mycoplasma genitalium, Ureaplasma parvum, Ureaplasma urealyticum, Ureaplasma hominis)
- Parasites (Trichomonas vaginalis)
Risk Factors
- Having unprotected sex
- Having multiple sex partners
- Weakened immune system
Complications
- Skin rash
- Scrotal pain/swelling
- Pelvic infection
- Groin abscess
- Eye inflammation
- Infertility
Symptoms
- Vesicles, sores in the mouth
- Ulcers in genital/rectal area
- Painful/burning urination
- Discharge from penis/vagina
- Unusual vaginal bleeding
- Swollen lymph nodes in the groin
GENEFLUX STI-PCR Test is:
- A definitive test for detection of Chlamydia trachomatis, Neisseria gonorrhea, Mycoplasma genitalium Trichomonas vaginalis and Ureaplasma parvum, Ureaplasma urealyticum, Mycoplasma hominis.
- Fast
- Results within 7 days
Diagnosis
- Leads to prompt treatment
- Prevents complications
- Prevents spread through sexual contacts
- Prevents spread from mother to child transmission
IF YOU ARE:
- Sexually active
- Exposed to an STI
- Showing signs and symptoms of an STI
- Seeking help for infertility
PLEASE TALK TO YOUR DOCTOR ABOUT TAKING AN STI TEST OR CALL FOR MORE INFORMATION AT 03 – 80701154
Sexually transmitted infection testing
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Sexually transmitted infection information
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