STD Glossary
A glossary of definitions for Sexual Transmitted Diseases and related terms and phrases. Other definitions may apply in different circumstances but are not included.
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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Sexual Transmitted Diease | Any of various diseases or infections (such as gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and herpes) that are usually transmitted by direct sexual contact and which include some (as hepatitis B and HIV) that may be contracted by other than sexual means. Also known as Sexual Transmitted Infections. Abbreviation(s): STD, STI
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