Your Sexual Health

Popular culture depicts sex as glamorous but ignores some of the negative consequences, such as sexually transmitted infections. This resource provides a thorough, non-judgmental understanding of the disease gonorrhea, how it is transmitted, how it manifests in the body, and the effects of the disease if left untreated. This book also covers the negative social impact of dealing with a sexually transmitted disease and includes resources for finding professional help. The book is designed to complement a school health curriculum and covers the material in a way that is appropriate and engaging for younger teens.

People who have chlamydia, the most common bacteria-caused sexually transmitted infection in the United States, often do not exhibit symptoms. However, teens who think they've been exposed to chlamydia have many easy-to-find resources to get more information, find a testing center, and receive medication, without the need for parental consent or notification. Readers will also find helpful coping mechanisms for dealing with chlamydia, as well as strategies for preventing future infection.

More than three decades after its emergence, HIV/AIDS remains a powerful threat and killer throughout much of the world. However, over the years, we have come a long way in our understanding of this global epidemic. This volume surveys the history of HIV/AIDS, preventative measures that can be taken to curb its spread, and treatment options that can be pursued by those infected. Although there is still no cure, readers will learn that through responsible behavior, proper treatment, and support, those infected or at risk of becoming infected can help limit the potentially devastating effects of this insidious STD.

According to the National Kidney and Urologic Diseases Information Clearinghouse (NKUDIC), UTIs are the second most common type of infection in the body. Almost 50 percent of women get a UTI at some point in their life. Therefore, it is essential that teens understand the symptoms of a UTI and what to do if they think they have one. UTIs are common and relatively harmless, but they can become serious if left untreated. This helpful guide covers the signs and symptoms, treatment, and prevention of UTIs, as well as how to cope with one at home and school.

Thanks to modern medicine, syphilis is no longer the deadly, ruinous, and terrifying scourge that it once was. Yet it is still an extremely serious sexual health concern. It is imperative that people who have contracted syphilis get treatment before it is spread to others and reaches late stages. This accessible guide explains what syphilis is, how it is contracted and spread, how it develops in the body, and how it is treated. It walks readers through getting a STD test, talking to a sexual partner, and rising above any feelings of fear or shame. An invaluable teen health resource!

HPV is one of the most common-and yet most widely misunderstood-sexually transmitted infections. Based on the premise that knowledge is power, this informative text presents readers with the facts about human papillomavirus, genital warts, and the types of cancer that certain strands of HPV can cause. The science behind the virus and its transmission are fully detailed alongside a discussion of prevention, screenings, and diagnosis. The pros and cons of vaccination and various forms of treatment are presented without bias, along with opinions from medical experts and testimonials from real patients. Armed with facts, readers can take control over their sexual health.

Many young adults are completely unprepared when they discover they have been infected with herpes. Herpes cannot be cured, and it has a lifelong effect on a person's health and social life. In this informative volume, readers learn about the herpes virus, how it is transmitted and spread, and how the body reacts to the virus. They will discover ways to deal with recurrences and steps to take to maintain good sexual health. The book explains diagnoses, forms of treatment, and strategies for coping with the disease. It also offers some tips for how to tell parents and partners about having herpes.

The subject of sex might not be taboo anymore, but frank discussion about sexual health and diseases is uncommon. This book tackles the painful and often confusing disease known as endometriosis. A complement to the school health curriculum, the reader will get an accurate and thoughtful investigation of endometriosis and understand how it affects one's sexual health. Suitable for those who suffer from endometriosis or those who know someone who does, the book covers all aspects: definition, causes, treatments, and management of a healthy, happy school and social life.