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What Are Symptom Of Std?
What is the Definition of Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)?
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are transmitted sexually by someone who is infected. These infections are usually passed by intercourse, but can also be passed through other types of sex, such as oral sex.
STDs can be caused by viruses or bacteria. If you have ever had sex, you may be at risk for having an STD. You are at higher risk if you have had many sex partners, have had sex with someone who has had many partners, or...
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April is STD Awareness Month: What do you know about Gonorrhea?
I am not sure how many people know that April is STD awareness month. Sexually Transmitted Diseases used to be called Venereal Disease... Read more »
The Gift that Keeps on Giving: STD's and the Holidays
It's that time of year again. Maybe you get a nice break from work or school. There are holiday parties to look forward to and the... Read more »
How to Reduce Your Risk of Contracting an STD and STI
Today, we have a better understanding of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). There is a... Read more »
Is it Herpes, Or Another STD?
Once you've had a symptomatic outbreak of herpes, you often can tell when another one is coming on. And, many, aware of the warning signs -... Read more »
Maintaining Sexual Health Later in Life
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), unfortunately don't discriminate based on age. However, often times adults feel more immune to these... Read more »
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STD Questions to ask Your Doctor
STD Questions to ask Your Doctor What tests are needed to determine if there is an STD? Does each condition have its own test, or is there one test... Read more »
STD Tests: Which Ones Do You Need?
When it comes to STD tests, a lot of teens want them all. “Test me for everything,” they say -- but that’s not really practical. The reason is... Read more »
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (Overview)
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
What Is It? Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are infections that are spread from person to person through sexual contact, including oral sex,... Read more »
Symptoms of Prostatitis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Prostatitis may occur with an infection in or around the testicles (epididymitis or orchitis), especially if it was caused by an STD. In this case,... Read more »
Chlamydia
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
What Is It? Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) spread by having unprotected sex with someone infected with bacteria called Chlamydia... Read more »
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