Question

Which ones are all sexually transmitted diseases?

• A. AIDS, Syphilis, Cholera
• B. Gonorrhoea, Hepatitis-B, Chlamydia
• C. Hepatitis-B, AIDS, Haemophilia
• D. Trichomoniasis, Malaria, HIV

Answer 1

The correct option is (B) Gonorrhoea, Hepatitis-B, Chlamydia

Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) refer to diseases which are generally transmitted through sexual intercourse.

• They are caused by bacteria, viruses, and protozoa.
• Syphilis, chlamydiosis, and gonorrhoea are caused by bacteria.
• Genital herpes, genital warts, AIDS, and hepatitis B are caused by viruses.
• Trichomoniasis is caused by a protozoan.

Why Do STDs Develop?

More than thirty distinct types ofviruses, bacteria, and parasites have been found to cause STDs.

• Chlamydia, gonorrhoea, and syphilis are STDs caused by bacteria.
• Virus-based STDs include HIV, genital warts, and vaginal acne.
• Trichomoniasis is an STD caused by parasites.

Final answer: (B) Gonorrhoea, Hepatitis-B, Chlamydia

Related Questions

• Write two examples each of sexually transmitted diseases caused by (i) virus (ii) bacteria. Explain how the transmission of such diseases can be prevented.
• What are the measures one has to take to prevent contracting STDs?