The most effective way to prevent sexually transmitted infections is
Correct answer: D. avoiding contact with infected persons and using barrier protection
- A. taking an antibiotic after every possible exposure
- B. vaccination, since a vaccine exists for every such infection
- C. washing thoroughly after exposure
- D. avoiding contact with infected persons and using barrier protection
Explanation
Prevention works by stopping the exchange of infected body fluids, so avoiding contact with an infected person and using a barrier are what actually reduce risk, together with screened blood and sterile needles. Taking antibiotics after exposure treats nothing viral and encourages resistance. Vaccines exist for hepatitis B and human papillomavirus but not for gonorrhoea, syphilis, herpes or HIV.
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Sexually transmitted diseases result from bacterial, viral or other infections passed mainly through sexual contact, including gonorrhoea, syphilis, HIV infection, hepatitis B and genital herpes. Questions cover transmission, symptoms, complications, testing, prevention and treatment, while distinguishing infection from infertility or other non-infectious reproductive disorders.
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