What are the types of infections and window period and How are Transmitted?

Herpes Simplex I and II

• These are viral infections that cause blisters or sores on or around the mouth (oral herpes) or the genitals (genital herpes).
• They can be transmitted through sexual contact, oral sex, or skin-to-skin contact with an infected person.
• The window period for herpes simplex is the time between exposure and when a test can detect the infection in your body . The window period for a NAAT, which detects the DNA of the virus is about 2 to 12 days after exposure. 

Chlamydia Trachomatis

• This is a bacterial infection that can cause discharge, burning, itching, and pain during sex or urination in the genitals or urinary tract. It can also cause complications such as pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), infertility, ectopic pregnancy, or eye infections.
• It can be transmitted through sexual contact or mother-to-child transmission during pregnancy or birth. 
• The window period for chlamydia trachomatis is the time between exposure and when a test can detect the infection in your body. The window period which detects the DNA of the bacteria. A NAAT can be performed on urine samples. The window period for a NAAT using urine is about 1 to 2 weeks after exposure. 

Neisseria Gonorrhoea

• This is a bacterial infection that can cause discharge, burning, itching, and pain during sex or urination in the genitals or urinary tract. It can also cause complications such as PID, infertility, ectopic pregnancy, or eye infections. 
• It can be transmitted through sexual contact or mother-to-child transmission during pregnancy or birth. 
• The window period for neisseria gonorrhoea is the time between exposure and when a test can detect the infection in your body. The window period  which detects the DNA of neisseria gonorrhoea using urine is about 1 to 2 weeks after exposure

Trichonomas Vaginalis

• This is a parasitic infection that can cause discharge, burning, itching, and pain during sex or urination in the genitals or urinary tract. It can also cause complications such as PID, infertility, ectopic pregnancy
• Trichonomas Vaginalis can be transmitted through sexual contact or mother-to-child transmission during pregnancy or birth. The parasite passes from an infected person to an uninfected person during sex, in semen (cum) and vaginal fluids. The infection can affect both men and women, but it is more common in women

Ureaplasma Parvum and Ureaplasma urealyticum

These are types of bacteria that can cause infections in the genitals or urinary tract. They can also cause complications such as PID, infertility, ectopic pregnancy or eye infections. Here is a summary of the information you requested:

• Window period: The window period for Ureaplasma Parvum and Ureaplasma urealyticum is the time between exposure and when a test can detect the infection in your body.  The window period for a culture is about 1 to 2 weeks after exposure

Mycoplasma Hominis and Mycoplasma Genitalium

• These are types of bacteria that can cause infections in the genitals or urinary tract. They can also cause complications such as PID, infertility, ectopic pregnancy or eye infections
• Window period: The window period for Mycoplasma Hominis and Mycoplasma Genitalium is the time between exposure and when a test can detect the infection in your body. The window period depends on the type of test and the sample used. The most common type of test for Mycoplasma Hominis and Mycoplasma Genitalium is a nucleic acid amplification test (NAAT), which detects the DNA of the bacteria. A NAAT can be performed on urine  is about 2 weeks after exposure or sooner if symptoms persist or exposure occurs1.
• Transmission: Mycoplasma Hominis and Mycoplasma Genitalium can be transmitted through sexual contact or mother-to-child transmission during pregnancy or birth. The bacteria pass from an infected person to an uninfected person during sex, in semen (cum) and vaginal fluids. The infection can affect both men and women, but it is more common in women.

Haemophilus Dacreyi

• This is a type of bacteria that can cause chancroid, a sexually transmitted infection that causes painful ulcers on the genitals or anus. It can also cause complications such as inguinal lymphadenitis (swelling of the lymph nodes in the groin), genital scarring, or increased risk of HIV infection
• Window period: The window period for Haemophilus Dacreyi is the time between exposure and when a test can detect the infection in your body. The window period depends on the type of test and the sample used. The most common type of test for Haemophilus Dacreyi is a nucleic acid amplification test (NAAT), which detects the DNA of the bacteria is about 2 to 12 days after exposure
• Transmission: Haemophilus Dacreyi can be transmitted through sexual contact or skin-to-skin contact with an infected person. The bacteria enter the skin through microabrasions incurred during sexual intercourse or contact with open lesions and exudates from lymph nodes. The infection can affect both men and women, but it is more common in men

Gardnerella Vaginalis

• This is a type of bacteria that can cause bacterial vaginosis (BV), a common vaginal infection that causes discharge, odor, itching, and burning. It can also cause complications such as PID, infertility, ectopic pregnancy or increased risk of HIV infection
• Window period: The window period for Gardnerella Vaginalis is the time between exposure and when a test can detect the infection in your body. The window period for a NAAT is about 2 weeks after exposure or sooner if symptoms persist or exposure occurs. .
• Transmission: Gardnerella Vaginalis can be transmitted through sexual contact or non-sexual contact with an infected person. The bacteria pass from an infected person to an uninfected person during sex, in semen (cum) and vaginal fluids. The infection can affect both men and women, but it is more common in women.

Candida Albicans

• This is a type of fungus that can cause infections in the mouth, throat, vagina, skin or other parts of the body. It can also cause complications such as oral or esophageal cancer, bloodstream infections or increased risk of HIV infection
• Window period: The window period for Candida Albicans is the time between exposure and when a test can detect the infection in your body. The window period depends on the type of test and the sample used. Test for Candida Albicans is a nucleic acid amplification test (NAAT), which detects the DNA of the fungus. A NAAT performed on urine samples . The window period for a NAAT is about 2 to 12 days after exposure.
• Transmission: Candida Albicans can be transmitted through contact with an infected person or contaminated objects or surfaces. The fungus can be found on the skin, mucous membranes, and in the digestive tract of healthy people. It can also be present in the environment, such as in soil, water, air or food. The infection can occur when the fungus overgrows due to a weakened immune system, antibiotic use, hormonal changes, diabetes, or other factors that disrupt the normal balance of microorganisms in the body . The infection can also be spread through sexual contact, oral sex, or sharing personal items such as toothbrushes, dentures, razors, or clothing.

Treponema Pallidum

• This is a type of bacteria that can cause syphilis, a sexually transmitted disease (STD) that can cause serious health problems if left untreated
• Window period: The window period for Treponema Pallidum is the time between exposure and when a test can detect the infection in your body. The window period depends on the type of test and the stage of the infection. The most common type of test for Treponema Pallidum is a nucleic acid amplification test (NAAT), which detects the DNA of the bacteria. A NAAT performed on urine samples. The window period for a NAAT is about 3 to 6 weeks after exposure.
• Transmission: Treponema Pallidum can be transmitted through sexual contact or mother-to-child transmission during pregnancy or birth. The bacteria pass from an infected person to an uninfected person during sex, in semen (cum) and vaginal fluids. The infection can affect both men and women, but it is more common in men who have sex with men (MSM). The infection can also be passed from a mouth or anus to another mouth or anus. It is not common for the bacteria to infect other body parts, such as the hands, eyes or brain.