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Across 1. The word for a long-term, committed relationship between two people. 6. To test for many STI's, a doctor will take a penile or vaginal __________ to test for bacteria. 7. Itching and nits in the hair are symptoms of this STI. 8. Untreated, Gonorrhea and Chlamydia can cause this disease in women. 11. Most STI's are not normally transmitted through this type of contact (i.e. kissing/touching). 12. Another word for a burning sensation - a common symptom of many STI's. 15. A change in the colour and texture of this fluid can indicate the presence of an STI in females 20. In males, untreated STI's can sometimes cause __________ - the inability to conceive a child. 21. A common inflammation of the vagina experienced by most women at least once in their lives. 22. This STI can be passed from mother to child during the birth process. 23. This STI is treatable, but incurable. Once you have it, you have it for life. 24. Crabs can be treated with a special type of this everyday bathroom necessity.

Down 2. The most common method of transmitting an STI. 3. oral STI's are usually transmitted through vaginal, anal, and _____ sex. 4. Genital warts can cause cervical __________ in women. 5. Condoms are made from this thin type of rubber. 9. The key element of a healthy sexual relationship between partners. 10. The only method of preventing the spread of an STI that is 100% effective. 13. In general, STI's are caused by either a virus or a __________. 14. A symptom of this STI is the appearance of cauliflower-like shapes on the genitals and anus. 16. Most STI's can be treated with this type of medication that you swallow. 17. The consequences of not treating this STI include damage to internal organs, paralysis, blindness, and death. 18. Penile discharge and burning during urination are two of the male symptoms of this STI. 19. Another word for an open sore, this is a symptom of Syphilis.