Cures
What cures an STI?
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) that can be treated with antibiotics include those caused by bacteria or certain parasites. Here’s a list of such STIs:
1. Chlamydia
- Cause: Bacteria (_Chlamydia trachomatis_)
- Treatment: Antibiotics like azithromycin or doxycycline.
2. Gonorrhea
- Cause: Bacteria (_Neisseria gonorrhoeae_)
- Treatment: Antibiotics such as ceftriaxone, often combined with azithromycin or doxycycline.
3. Syphilis
- Cause: Bacteria (_Treponema pallidum_)
- Treatment: Penicillin G (or alternatives like doxycycline for penicillin-allergic patients).
4. Trichomoniasis
- Cause: Parasite (_Trichomonas vaginalis_)
- Treatment: Antibiotics like metronidazole or tinidazole.
5. Mycoplasma Genitalium
- Cause: Bacteria (_Mycoplasma genitalium_)
- Treatment: Azithromycin or moxifloxacin.
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Antibiotics are not effective against viral STIs (such as HIV, herpes, or HPV), but they are the primary treatment for bacterial and parasitic infections.
Here’s a list of common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and their preferred treatments:
1. Chlamydia
- Cause: Bacteria (_Chlamydia trachomatis_)
- Treatment: Antibiotics like azithromycin or doxycycline.
2. Gonorrhea
- Cause: Bacteria (_Neisseria gonorrhoeae_)
- Treatment: Antibiotics such as ceftriaxone, often combined with azithromycin or doxycycline.
3. Syphi Here’s a list of common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and their preferred treatments:
1. Chlamydia
- Cause: Bacteria (_Chlamydia trachomatis_)
- Treatment:
- First-line: Antibiotics such as azithromycin (single dose) or doxycycline (7-day course).
- Alternatives: Erythromycin or levofloxacin for patients with allergies.
2. Gonorrhea
- Cause: Bacteria (_Neisseria gonorrhoeae_)
- Treatment:
- First-line: Ceftriaxone (single intramuscular dose) + azithromycin or doxycycline to cover possible chlamydial co-infection.
- Alternatives: Gentamicin plus azithromycin in case of resistance or allergy.
3. Syphilis
- Cause: Bacteria (_Treponema pallidum_)
- Treatment:
- First-line: Penicillin G (benzathine penicillin, given as an injection).
- Alternatives: Doxycycline or azithromycin for penicillin-allergic patients.
4. Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV)
- Cause: Virus (HSV-1 or HSV-2)
- Treatment:
- First-line: Antiviral medications such as acyclovir, valacyclovir, or famciclovir.
- Chronic suppression therapy: For recurrent outbreaks or prevention in partners.
5. Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
- Cause: Virus (HPV types, such as HPV-16, HPV-18)
- Treatment:
- Warts: Topical treatments like imiquimod, podophyllin, or cryotherapy.
- Cervical dysplasia: Procedures such as cryotherapy, laser therapy, or excision.
- Prevention: HPV vaccination (Gardasil, Cervarix).
6. Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
- Cause: Virus (HIV-1, HIV-2)
- Treatment:
- Antiretroviral Therapy (ART): A combination of medications like tenofovir, emtricitabine, and integrase inhibitors (e.g., dolutegravir). ART is lifelong and controls viral load.
7. Trichomoniasis
- Cause: Parasite (_Trichomonas vaginalis_)
- Treatment:
- First-line: Oral metronidazole (single dose) or tinidazole.
- Alternatives: Multiple-day metronidazole regimens for resistant cases.
8. Hepatitis B (HBV)
- Cause: Virus (HBV)
- Treatment:
- Acute infection: Usually supportive care.
- Chronic infection: Antiviral medications like entecavir, tenofovir, or peginterferon.
9. Hepatitis C (HCV)
- Cause: Virus (HCV)
- Treatment:
- Direct-acting antivirals (DAAs): Medications like sofosbuvir, ledipasvir, or glecaprevir/pibrentasvir. Treatment is usually for 8-12 weeks.
10. Mycoplasma Genitalium
- Cause: Bacteria (_Mycoplasma genitalium_)
- Treatment:
- First-line: Azithromycin or moxifloxacin.
- Alternatives: Doxycycline or combination therapy in resistant cases.
11. Pubic Lice (Crabs)
- Cause: Parasite (_Pthirus pubis_)
- Treatment:
- First-line: Topical insecticides like permethrin or pyrethrin.
- Alternatives: Ivermectin oral treatment in severe or resistant cases.
12. Scabies
- Cause: Mite (_Sarcoptes scabiei_)
- Treatment:
- First-line: Topical permethrin or oral ivermectin.
- Alternatives: Crotamiton or sulfur ointment.
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Regular testing, condom use, and vaccinations (for preventable infections like HPV and hepatitis B) are essential to reduce STI risks.lis
- Cause: Bacteria (_Treponema pallidum_)
- Treatment: Penicillin G (or alternatives like doxycycline for penicillin-allergic patients).
4. Trichomoniasis
- Cause: Parasite (_Trichomonas vaginalis_)
- Treatment: Antibiotics like metronidazole or tinidazole.
5. Mycoplasma Genitalium
- Cause: Bacteria (_Mycoplasma genitalium_)
- Treatment: Azithromycin or moxifloxacin.
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Antibiotics are not effective against viral STIs (such as HIV, herpes, or HPV), but they are the primary treatment for bacterial and parasitic infections.
