Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Biology

Chapter

Reproductive Health

Question:

Identify the common Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs):

Options:

Chlamydiasis, Trichomoniasis, Influenza

Elephantiasis, Chlamydiasis, Syphilis

Trichomoniasis, Elephantiasis, Ascariasis

Chlamydiasis, Trichomoniasis, Syphilis

Correct Answer:

Chlamydiasis, Trichomoniasis, Syphilis

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (4) → Chlamydiasis, Trichomoniasis, Syphilis

Infections or diseases which are transmitted through sexual intercourse are collectively called sexually transmitted infections (STI) or venereal diseases (VD) or reproductive tract infections (RTI). Gonorrhoea, syphilis, genital herpes, chlamydiasis, genital warts, trichomoniasis, hepatitis-B and of course, the most discussed infection in the recent years, HIV leading to AIDS are some of the common STIs. 

Some of these infections like hepatitis–B and HIV can also be transmitted by sharing of injection needles, surgical instruments, etc., with infected persons, transfusion of blood, or from an infected mother to the foetus too. Except for hepatitis-B, genital herpes and HIV infections, other diseases are completely curable if detected early and treated properly.

Wuchereria bancrofti and Wuchereria malayi are types of filarial worms that can cause a condition known as elephantiasis or filariasis. These worms live in the lymphatic vessels of the lower limbs, as well as in the genital organs, leading to chronic inflammation and damage over many years.

Influenza is a viral infection that attacks your respiratory system your nose, throat and lungs. Influenza is commonly called the flu.