Acronyms Deciphered
HPV
HPV stands for Human Papillomavirus (Infection). HPV is a group of related viruses that are transmitted through sexual contact. It is one of the most common STIs.
AIDS
AIDS stands for Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome. AIDS is a chronic version of HIV, a virus that attacks the immune system.
HIV
HIV stands for Human Immunodeficiency Virus. It is a virus that attacks the body’s immune system, and if not treated can lead to other complications like AIDS. Medication can be used to control the infection. It spreads through sexual acts and contact with an infected person, but also other bodily fluids like blood.
ADHD
ADHD stands for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. It is broadly a difference in peoples ability to pay attention or control impulsive behaviors and being hyperactive.
STI/STD
STI and STD stand for Sexually Transmitted Infection and Sexually Transmitted Disease. Both STI and STD are often used interchangeably as they refer to essentially the same thing. They are both umbrella terms for infections and viruses contracted through sexual contact.