Types of STIs
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There are more than 20 known types* of sexually transmitted infections (STIs.) Chlamydia and gonorrhea are the most common STIs in Canada, especially in teenagers and young adults.**
All STIs have one thing in common: they are spread through sexual contact, including vaginal, anal and oral sex.
This section offers information about the most common STIs - for example the signs and symptoms and treatment. Visit our HIV/AIDS section for specific information about HIV/AIDS, including what to do if you're HIV positive and HIV and pregnant.
- Bacterial Vaginosis
- Chlamydia
- Genital Herpes
- Gonorrhea
- Hepatitis B & C
- HPV & Genital Warts
- Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)
- Pubic Lice
- Scabies
- Syphilis
- Trichomoniasis
- Yeast Infections
-- Sources --
* The University of Chicago Hospitals
** The Public Healthy Agency of Canada
