Which of the following is not a Sexually transmitted disease

Which of the following is not a Sexually transmitted disease Correct Answer Tuberculosis

Explanation:

• Infections or diseases which are transmitted through sexual intercourse are collectively called sexually transmitted diseases (STD) or venereal diseases (VD) or reproductive tract infections (RTI).
• Gonorrhea, syphilis, genital herpes, chlamydiosis, genital warts, trichomoniasis, hepatitis-B, and of course, the most discussed infection in recent years, HIV leading to AIDS are some of the common STDs.
• TB (tuberculosis): It is not a sexually transmitted disease. It is caused by the bacteria ''Mycobacterium tuberculosis''.
• It attacks the lungs however, the bacterium can also affect other body organs like the spine & brain. The major symptoms are Heavy coughing, chest pain, fever & chills.

Additional Information

• Syphilis- It is a bacterial infection that starts as a painless sore on the genitals, rectum, or mouth. It can be sexually transmitted to another person on sexual contact.
• Gonorrhea- It is a bacterial infection that can cause infertility. It can be transmitted through sexual contact. 
• AIDS -  AIDS stands for Acquired Immuno Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS). It is caused by the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). It is an STD and can be spread through sexual contact with an infected person.