PSY 3122 Chapter Notes - Chapter 8: Chancre, Trichomoniasis, Jaundice
19 Dec 2016
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Sti related stigma: awareness the people are judged negatively for contracting an sti. Sti related shame: the negative feelings people have about themselves as a result of contracting an sti. Psychological aspects of dealing with an sti can challenge emotional, mental, and social aspects of one"s health. Stis in canada disproportionately affect young adults, 64% of new cases in canada were among individuals ages 15 to 24. People with higher sti-related stigma and shame are less likely to be tested or screened for stis. Stis can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or organisms. Viral stis cannot be cured but they can be treated to reduce symptoms (ie. herpes, No cure but medications are available to reduce symptoms. Small painful bumps or blisters on the genitals, fever, pain, headaches. In men: inflammation of the urethra, discharge, during pain from urination. Jaundice, fatigue, loss of appetite, nausea, or no symptoms. Antiviral drugs to treat chronic cases and manage symptoms, no actual cure.
