Sexual Education: Sexual Education Farrington High School April 29, 2003


Slide2: Sex Education I. Anatomy and Terms II. STD’s and HIV III. Sexual Relationships IV. Contraception


What do you call it?: What do you call it? Penis = the male organ for sexual intercourse and urination. Vagina = the passage leading to the uterus in females.


What do you consider as sex?: What do you consider as sex? Intercourse vaginal anal Oral Foreplay


What can happen if you have sex?: What can happen if you have sex? Pregnancy Emotional issues STDs: Chlamydia Gonorrhea Genital Warts (HPV) Herpes HIV


Sexually transmitted diseases (STD): Sexually transmitted diseases (STD) Sexually Transmitted Diseases or Venereal diseases: Infections transmitted mainly through sexual interactions.


Common Sexually Transmitted Diseases…: Common Sexually Transmitted Diseases… Gonorrhea and Chlamydia HIV/AIDS Herpes Syphilis Genital Warts (Human Papilloma Virus)


Some general symptoms of STD’s: Some general symptoms of STD’s None at all Painful urination Abdominal Pains Rash Warts Genital/Oral/Anal Ulcers Foul smelling discharge


Can you tell if someone has an STD just by looking at them?: Can you tell if someone has an STD just by looking at them? NO!!! although STD’s may produce physical symptoms, a person can be infected but look and feel completely normal.


STD’s and teens...: STD’s and teens... 1. 2. 3. 4. 1 in 4 sexually active teenagers get an STD 1 in 4 college females has Genital Warts…


Slide11: When someone does have symptoms of STD’s, it may look like… Genital Warts: numerous warts on the: a) shaft of the penis b)vagina a. b.


Slide12: What Can STD’s look like? Syphilis: typical chancre on the penis


Slide13: What Can STD’s look like? Genital Herpes: ulcers on the side of the penis


Slide14: What Can STD’s look like? Gonorrhea: typical penile discharge


What can STD’s Look Like?: What can STD’s Look Like? Penile discharge and skin irritation typical in Chlamydia infection


Although some STD’s can be treated…: Although some STD’s can be treated… Delayed treatment can result in: life threatening infection chronic abdominal pain Infertility and massive scarring Others have no cure and result in: Life long painful ulcers life long, disfiguring warts DEATH!


Can an STD cause Cancer? : Can an STD cause Cancer? Yes, certain strains of Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) cause Cervical Cancer in women. Once infected with HPV, lesions may occur for the REST OF YOUR LIFE!


What does someone with HIV/AIDS look like?: What does someone with HIV/AIDS look like? They can look like anyone else…


HIV(Human Immunodeficiency Virus): HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) HIV is the virus that causes AIDS Half the people with HIV develop AIDS within 10 years after getting HIV. There is no cure for HIV or AIDS.


What body fluids transmit HIV?: What body fluids transmit HIV? Blood Semen including 'pre-cum' Vaginal fluid Breast milk Other body fluids containing blood


How is HIV transmitted?: How is HIV transmitted? Sexual intercourse: anal vaginal oral Contaminated needles sharing needles tatoos/body piercing Infected women to babies before or during birth, or through breastfeeding.


You CANNOT get HIV from:: You CANNOT get HIV from: Casual contact: shaking hands hugging casual kiss toilet seats drinking fountains doorknobs dishes foods pets mosquitoes or other insects


What if I get infected?: What if I get infected? Infection can take between 25 days to 6 months before it is detectable. Early detection and treatment is important. There is no cure, but treatment to help slow HIV down is available.


What should I know about HIV testing? : What should I know about HIV testing? It’s a blood test Ideal time to take the test 1 - 3 months after possible infection The test can’t tell you when you were infected It can’t tell you if you’ll develop AIDS Results take about 1-2 weeks The test is free


Remember…the test is Anonymous & Confidential: Remember…the test is Anonymous andamp; Confidential  Don’t need to give your name or social security number  Testing is free and confidential. Anyone over 14yrs old may have the test done without parental permission Results are given verbally, and in person only (not over the phone).


Where can I get tested for STD’s or HIV? : Where can I get tested for STD’s or HIV?  Diamond Head Health Clinic Ph. 733-9281 12pm-5pm walk-ins, no appointment necessary  Waianae Coast Comprehensive Ph. 696-5561 86-260 Farrington Highway Wednesdays. andamp; Saturdays 8-11 am    Waipahu Civic Center Ph. 259-7948 Tuesday andamp; Thursdays by appointment only


Where can I find more information on SEX/STD’s/HIV? : Where can I find more information on SEX/STD’s/HIV? Teenshealth.org is an excellent website with a variety of information: http://www.teenshealth.org   Teenline (521-TEEN) provides recorded messages on many different topics ranging domestic abuse, pregnancy, drug abuse, and STD’s


What is Abstinence?: What is Abstinence? Abstinence is the decision to not have ANY sexual intercourse Abstinence is the only 100% effective method in preventing HIV, STD’s, and pregnancy


If you decide to have sex, you must use barrier contraception every time: If you decide to have sex, you must use barrier contraception every time


Is Oral Sex, “Safe Sex?”: Is Oral Sex, 'Safe Sex?' No, oral sex is associated with many of the same diseases as vaginal or anal sex.


Miscellaneous facts…: Miscellaneous facts… Tattoos and prior blood transfusions are risk factors for hepatitis and HIV/AIDS. Anal sex increases the risk of getting STD’s due to increased trauma to the area.


Sexual Relationships and what you need to know!!!: Sexual Relationships and what you need to know!!! Let’s have sex!!!


What you should know if you are planning to have sex…: What you should know if you are planning to have sex… ? ? ? ?


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Can I get pregnant if I have sex during my period?: Can I get pregnant if I have sex during my period? YES!!!


More Myths…all the stuff that’s NOT true!: More Myths…all the stuff that’s NOT true!


So…If you decide to have sex, you must use barrier contraception every time: So… If you decide to have sex, you must use barrier contraception every time


Why use Contraceptives?: Why use Contraceptives? Prevents unwanted pregnancy BUT MOST IMPORTANTLY: Protects us from STD’s and HIV IF USED PROPERLY


Slide39: So what were they thinking??? Did you know that high school students who had sex used condoms only 50-60% of the time??? REMEMBER… abstinence is the ONLY 100% method… but if you do have sex, protect yourself NO MATTER WHAT!!!


Types of Contraceptives: Types of Contraceptives Barrier protection male and female condoms diaphragm contraceptive sponge cervical cap Non-barrier protection birth control pills spermicides


What works?: What works? Barrier-Protection Something that physically prevents sperm from entering the cervix. Male latex condoms are the best method for STD/HIV protection of all the different barrier contraceptives.


What doesn’t work?: What doesn’t work? Non-Barrier Protection Only protects you from getting pregnant DOES NOT PROTECT AGAINST STD/HIV!!


Remember: : Remember: ABSTINENCE IS THE ONLY METHOD OF CONTRACEPTION THAT IS A 100% EFFECTIVE IN KEEPING YOURSELF FREE OF STD’S !!!!!!!


And by the way…MASTURBATION is considered a healthy alternative to sexual intercourse!: And by the way… MASTURBATION is considered a healthy alternative to sexual intercourse!


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