What is another word for deadly venereal disease?
Pronunciation: [dˈɛdli vɛnˈi͡əɹɪə͡l dɪzˈiːz] (IPA) 
A "deadly venereal disease" is a medical condition that can be both fatal and highly infectious. While there are numerous types of venereal diseases, a few that fall under this category include HIV/AIDS, syphilis, and hepatitis B. In medical terms, a venereal disease is also known as sexually transmitted infections or STIs. In the past, venereal diseases were referred to as "the clap" or "the drip," which was associated with symptoms of pain or discharge. Other synonyms for a deadly venereal disease include sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and sexually transmitted infections (STIs), which are commonly used in modern medical practice.
