Sexually Transmitted Infections
Common ConditionInfections spread through sexual contact including chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, and HPV. Many are treatable; prevention is key.
Symptoms
Unusual discharge
Burning during urination
Genital sores or warts
Rash
Itching in genital area
Pain during sex
Pelvic pain
Testicular pain
Many STIs have no symptoms
Flu-like symptoms (HIV, syphilis)
Causes
1
Various bacteria, viruses, parasites2
Unprotected sexual contact3
Multiple sexual partners4
Sex without condoms5
Sharing sex toys6
Mother to baby transmission7
Lack of screening8
Substance use affecting judgment9
Young age10
Previous STI increases riskTreatments
Antibiotics for bacterial STIs
Antiviral medications for viral STIs
Partner notification and treatment
Abstinence during treatment
Follow-up testing
HPV vaccination
Hepatitis B vaccination
HIV treatment if positive
Screening for other STIs
Counseling and education
When to See a Doctor
Get tested if you're sexually active, especially with new partners. See a doctor for any unusual symptoms in the genital area, or if a partner is diagnosed with an STI.
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