Why I Need To Know, Health?

10/04/2023

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are infections that are spread through s*xual contact, including va**nal, a**l, and oral s*x. STIs can affect anyone who is s*xually active, and they can have serious consequences for reproductive health. In this discussion, we will discuss the signs and dangers of STIs in both men and women and how they can affect reproductive health.

Signs of STIs

Pain or burning during urination
Abnormal discharge from the p***s or va**na
Pain during s*xual in*******se
Ge***al itching or irritation
Sores or bumps on the ge****ls or mouth
Swollen lymph nodes in the groin area
Fever or flu-like symptoms
Abdominal pain or discomfort
Bleeding between periods or after s*x
Painful or frequent urination

Dangers of STIs to reproductive health.

Infertility: STIs can cause infertility in both men and women by damaging the reproductive organs or causing scarring that blocks the fallopian tubes or the vas deferens.
Ectopic Pregnancy: STIs can increase the risk of ectopic pregnancy, a life-threatening condition in which a fertilized egg implants outside the uterus.
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID): STIs can lead to PID, a serious infection of the reproductive organs that can cause permanent damage and infertility in both men and women.
Cervical Cancer: Certain types of HPV (human papillomavirus) can cause cervical cancer in women.
Testicular Cancer: Men with a history of STIs may have a higher risk of developing testicular cancer.
Prostatitis: STIs can cause prostatitis, an infection of the prostate gland that can cause pain and difficulty urinating.
Epididymitis: STIs can lead to epididymitis, an infection of the epididymis that can cause pain and swelling in the sc***um.
Scarring: STIs can cause scarring of the ge***al tract, which can lead to chronic pain and discomfort.
Increased Risk of HIV: STIs can increase the risk of contracting HIV, the virus that causes AIDS.
Spreading to Others: STIs can be easily spread to s*xual partners, even if the infected person has no symptoms.

In conclusion, STIs are a serious and potentially dangerous health issue that can affect anyone who is s*xually active. It is important to practice safe s*x by using condoms and getting regular STI testing to reduce the risk of contracting or spreading STIs. If you suspect you have an STI, it is important to seek medical attention right away to prevent further complications and protect your reproductive health.

10/04/2023

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a type of infection that can occur in any part of the urinary system, including the bladder, urethra, kidneys, and ureters. UTIs are more common in women than men, but men can also develop UTIs. In this discussion, we will discuss the signs and dangers of UTIs in both men and women and how they can affect reproductive health.

Signs of UTI

*Pain or burning during urination
*Frequent urge to urinate
*Cloudy or strong-smelling urine
*Blood in the urine
*Pain or pressure in the lower abdomen or back
*Feeling tired or shaky
*Fever or chills
*Nausea or vomiting
*Pain during s*xual in*******se
*Inability to empty the bladder completely.

Dangers of UTI to reproductive health:

*Prostatitis: Men with UTIs can develop prostatitis, an infection of
the prostate gland that can cause pain and difficulty urinating.

*Epididymitis: UTIs can lead to epididymitis, an infection of the
epididymis that can cause pain and swelling in the sc***um.

*Kidney Damage: UTIs that are left untreated can cause
permanent kidney damage.

*Urethritis: UTIs can cause urethritis, an infection of the urethra
that can cause pain and difficulty urinating.

*Bladder Infection: UTIs can spread to the bladder and cause
inflammation, leading to recurrent bladder infections.

*Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID): UTIs can lead to PID, a
serious infection of the reproductive organs that can cause
permanent damage and infertility in both men and women.

*Sepsis: In rare cases, UTIs can progress to sepsis, a life-
threatening condition that occurs when the body’s immune
system overreacts to an infection.

*Urinary Tract Obstruction: UTIs can cause blockages in the
urinary tract, which can prevent urine from passing through
the body normally.

*Abscesses: In rare cases, UTIs can cause abscesses to form in
the kidneys or other parts of the urinary system.

*Antibiotic Resistance: Frequent use of antibiotics to treat UTIs
can lead to antibiotic resistance, making it harder to treat
future infections.

In conclusion, UTIs are a common and potentially dangerous infection that can affect the reproductive health of both men and women. It is important to seek medical attention if you suspect you have a UTI and to take steps to prevent them from occurring in the first place, such as practicing good hygiene, staying hydrated, and urinating after s*xual in*******se.

13/03/2023

14/08/2019

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08/08/2019

Know Your health like you know your name.

Without treatment, the overall risk of HBV transmission from infected mother to infant is about 40% and up to 90% if the mother has high levels of Hepatitis B virus in her bloodstream.
Although babies born to such women receive Hepatitis B immunoglobulin and vaccine at birth for immediate protection, the effect only lasts a few months.
After birth, the infant should receive four doses of vaccine for long-term protection.

Protect yourself and your precious baby!

Call Nana Akosua on 0302547933 to get tested today!

08/07/2012

Deuteronomy 10:12-19
And now, O Israel, what does the LORD your God ask of you but to fear the LORD your God, to walk in all his ways, to love him, to serve the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul, and to observe the LORD's commands and decrees that I am giving you today for your own good? To the LORD your God belong the heavens, even the highest heavens, the earth and everything in it. Yet the LORD set his affection on your forefathers and loved them, and he chose you, their descendants, above all the nations, as it is today. Circumcise your hearts, therefore, and do not be stiff-necked any longer. For the LORD your God is God of gods and Lord of lords, the great God, mighty and awesome, who shows no partiality and accepts no bribes. He defends the cause of the fatherless and the widow, and loves the alien, giving him food and clothing. And you are to love those who are aliens, for you yourselves were aliens in Egypt.