What Your Doctor Needs to Know About Your Sex Life
Discussing your sex life with your doctor may feel awkward at first, but it’s important for your overall health. Answer the questions honestly. Remember your doctor is a medical professional, and everything you say remains between the two of you.
Are You Sexually Active?
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Engaging in intercourse puts you at risk of contracting sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). such as human papillomavirus (HPV), Chlamydia, genital herpes, or HIV/AIDS. STDs are contracted through contact with infected bodily fluids or tissues. Chlamydia and gonorrhea can lead to infertility or cervical cancer in women.
By — Last Modified: 03/18/2013, First Published: 07/08/2011
