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All of the following STIs are completely curable if detected early and treated properly, EXCEPT:
The context states, 'Except for hepatitis-B, genital herpes and HIV infections, other diseases are completely curable if detected early and treated properly.' Therefore, genital herpes is not completely curable.
The primary reason why infected females with STIs may remain undetected for long durations is:
The text explains, 'Infected females may often be asymptomatic and hence, may remain undetected for long. Absence or less significant symptoms in the early stages of infection and the social stigma attached to the STIs, deter the infected persons from going for timely detection and proper treatment.'
Which of the following is a prevention method for Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) specifically mentioned in the NCERT text?
The text explicitly states two simple principles for prevention: '(i) Avoid sex with unknown partners/multiple partners.' and '(ii) Always try to use condoms during coitus.'
The age group vulnerable to STIs with the highest reported incidence is:
The text mentions, 'Though all persons are vulnerable to these infections, their incidences are reported to be very high among persons in the age group of 15-24 years – the age group to which you also belong.'
Beyond itching, fluid discharge, and slight pain, what other early symptom of STIs is mentioned in the genital region?
The text describes early symptoms as 'minor and include itching, fluid discharge, slight pain, swellings, etc., in the genital region.'
What is the common term used for infections or diseases transmitted through sexual intercourse, also known as Venereal Diseases (VD) or Reproductive Tract Infections (RTI)?
The text states, '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).'
Which of the following conditions is NOT listed as a potential complication of untreated STIs?
The context lists 'abortions, still births, ectopic pregnancies, infertility or even cancer of the reproductive tract' as complications. Appendicitis is not associated with untreated STIs.
Reproductive health-care programmes give prime consideration to the prevention or early detection and cure of STIs because:
The text emphasizes, 'STIs are a major threat to a healthy society. Therefore, prevention or early detection and cure of these diseases are given prime consideration under the reproductive health-care programmes.'
What is the recommended action in case of doubt regarding an STI?
The simple principle provided is: '(iii) In case of doubt, one should go to a qualified doctor for early detection and get complete treatment if diagnosed with infection.'
Which of the following STIs is described as 'most dangerous' in the context and discussed in detail in Chapter 7?
The text states, '...HIV leading to AIDS are some of the common STIs. Among these, HIV infection is most dangerous and is discussed in detail in Chapter 7.'
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