Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is considered the most common form of Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) in our society today. It usually can be transmitted by having unprotected sex of either anal, oral, and or vaginal, but now it has been discovered that it can also be transmitted through a mother who has HPV and delivers her baby vaginally. If a vaginal delivery is the case with a woman who has HPV, the likely hood of the child getting HPV is rare. If the child does get HPV, the immune system of
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exchange of bodily fluids in the oral, anal and genital areas during sexual activity. It can also be spread through drug users who share their equipment where it would go straight to their blood stream. In addition, pregnant women who already obtain an STD can transfer it to their children through breast feeding. STDs come in the forms of a virus, bacteria, and parasites which can escalate to major health issues such as infertility, permanent brain damage, heart disease, cancer, and death. These diseases
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Periodontal Disease is a chronic inflammatory disease that destroys bone and gum tissues that support the teeth. Periodontal Disease affects nearly 75% of Americans and is a major cause of adult tooth loss. (Todd C. Snyder, 2014) Periodontal Disease ranges in severity, and there are many different forms. It also doesn’t have a certain age group that it affects; it can be diagnosed in children and adults. Types of Periodontal Disease Gingivitis is the most common and least severe form of Periodontal
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all the STDs reported in the United States each year being from this age group. http://www.cdc.gov/std/default.htm Gonorrhea is caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae. It can infect the genitals, rectum during anal sex, and throat during oral sex. Symptoms in women can be mild and can go undetected. If left untreated, a mother can pass it to her newborn during childbirth causing serious complications for the infant. Symptoms detected in women can include: Pain or burning
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visits are of great importance. With regular maintenance visits. patients find the inflammation is better controlled and there is less risk of further damage to the gums and bone. The Benefits Of Periodontal Maintenance With regular cleanings, the oral cavity remains in good health and gum disease progression is halted. During the cleaning, the dentist removes plaque and tarter that has build up below and above the gum line. This cannot be done at home, as the bacteria, debris and deposits are contained
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Reduce Your Risk! Testing Locations If you asked any parent what they would encourage their child to do., it would be to abstain from any sexual activity until marriage. Although some people conquer this task, many people seem to scratch that itch of sexual desire. Here are a few ways to protect yourself when engaging in sexual activity: 550 Peachtree St Ne Ste 1460 Atlanta, GA 30308 Hours: Monday-Friday 7:00am-5:00pm (404) 448-2852 5555 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd Ne Ste 120 Atlanta, GA 30342
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Running Head: ADOLESCENTS AND SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASES Adolescents Risky Sexually Behaviors and Sexually Transmitted Diseases Shemeka Y. Coleman Limestone College Abstract In today’s society many adolescents are engaging in risky sexually behavior that is leading to a widespread of sexually transmitted diseases (STD’s). Adolescents are at a high risk of sexually transmitted disease because of the lack of sexually education and knowledge about sex
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her lower anterior teeth. Her periodontal health is poor with scores of 3 in each quadrant, her oral hygiene status is also poor, the patient has periodontal disease with gross calculus deposits around lower anterior teeth. The GDP has refered the patient on to me the application of fluoride varnish on all molar teeth to arrest/prevent any caries. The GDP would also like me to give the patient oral hygiene instructions to help improve her periodontal health. Overview of care Episode I began
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