In the 'Symptoms - Reproductive - Stds' section of our in-depth questionnaire we ask the following question about non-AIDS sexually-transmitted diseases:
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Other than AIDS, have you had any form of sexually-transmitted disease (STD)?
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"Don't know" |
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"No" |
Not having had a non-AIDS STD |
A risk factor |
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"Yes / probably" |
Having had a non-AIDS STD |
A risk factor |
(If your response is 5 then you will be asked further questions about non-AIDS sexually-transmitted diseases later.)
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Your answer will affect the likelihoods of the conditions below.
Any answers in green reduce the likelihood of the condition.
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STD Chlamydia |
Routine chlamydia screening is strongly recommended for those having had a sexually-transmitted disease in the past. |
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GLOSSARY
AIDS
Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome. An immune system deficiency disorder that suddenly alters the body's ability to defend itself. The AIDS virus invades the T4 helper/inducer lymphocytes and multiplies, causing a breakdown in the body's immune system, eventually leading to overwhelming infection and/or cancer, with ultimate death.
Chlamydia
A sexually-transmitted disease that is often without symptoms. Some females experience a white vaginal discharge that resembles cottage cheese, a burning sensation when urinating, itching, and painful intercourse. A clear watery urethral discharge in the male probably is a chlamydia infection.
Last updated: May 10, 2007
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