Question

From the sexually transmitted diseases mentioned below, identify the one which does not specifically affect the sex organs:

• A. AIDS
• B. Gonorrhea
• C. Syphilis
• D. Genital warts

Answer 1

The correct option is A AIDS

STDs:

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) refers to the diseases which are generally transmitted through sexual intercourse. Examples include syphilis, AIDS etc.


Syphilis:

Syphilis is caused by a bacterium Treponema pallidum.

• It is transmitted through body fluids such as mucous or skin during sexual intercourse.
• It infects genital areas causing painless sores.

AIDS:

AIDS (Acquired Immuno Deficiency Syndrome) is caused by HIV (Human Immuno deficiency Virus).

• It is transmitted through body fluids such as blood, semen (during sexual intercourse) etc.
• It mainly affects the immune system of the human body by infecting macrophages followed by helper T cells, resulting in weak immunity.
• Though it is an STD, it does not directly affect reproductive organs.

Gonorrhea:

Gonorrhea is caused by a bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae.

• It is an STD because the transmission of bacteria generally takes place through sexual intercourse.
• It infects urethra and cervix leading to the painful urination and a discharge from the vagina or penis.

Genital warts:

Genital warts are caused by human papillomavirus.

• It is also transmitted through sexual intercourse and results in the soft growth of tissues around the genitals.
• It leads to itching, pain and discomfort.

Final answer: b. AIDS