HIV testing is essential because it can detect the presence of the virus in the body. HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is a virus that attacks the immune system and can lead to AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome). HIV is transmitted through bodily fluids, such as blood, semen, vaginal fluids, and breast milk. Early detection of HIV […]
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Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is a type of virus that is a significant cause of infection in the skin and mucous membranes and it causes diseases in the genital and urinary tracts in both men and women. It is transmitted through direct contact with the virus or through sexual contact. Additionally, people who have HPV Symptoms […]
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are infections that can be transmitted through sexual contact with an infected individual. These are also termed sexually transmitted infections or STIs. STDs can be transmitted during vaginal or other types of sexual intercourse including oral and anal sex, but some are acquired simply by skin-to-skin contact. What causes sexually transmitted […]
Masturbation, or self-pleasuring, is touching and rubbing parts of your body for sexual pleasure, such as the penis, scrotum, clitoris, vulva, breasts and anus. Masturbation can involve a person exploring their own body, but can also happen between two people (mutual masturbation). If masturbation is occurring between people (mutual masturbation), consent needs to be given […]
What is Jock itch (Tinea Cruris)? Tinea cruris, most commonly known as jock itch, is a fungal infection of the skin. Jock itch (Tinea Cruris) is a common fungal (caused by a fungus) infection similar to ringworm. that causes a red and itchy rash in warm and moist areas of the body. May be shaped […]
What is HPV? Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a group of related viruses. They can cause warts on different parts of your body. There are more than 200 types. About 40 of them are spread through direct sexual contact with someone who has the virus. They can also spread through other intimate, skin-to-skin contact. Some of […]
What is herpes? Herpes is an infection caused by herpes simplex virus (HSV). Herpes can appear in various parts of the body. It is characterized by blister-like rash over the lips or genitals. The rash is extremely painful and may cause other complications. There are two types of the herpes simplex virus: HSV-1 causes oral […]
Hepatitis is inflammation of the liver. Inflammation is swelling that happens when tissues of the body are injured or infected. Inflammation can damage organs. There are different types of hepatitis. One type, hepatitis C, is caused by the hepatitis C virus (HCV). Hepatitis C can range from a mild illness lasting a few weeks to […]
What is hepatitis? Hepatitis is inflammation of the liver. Inflammation is swelling that happens when tissues of the body are injured or infected. It can damage your liver. This swelling and damage can affect how well your liver functions. What is hepatitis B? Hepatitis B is a liver infection caused by the hepatitis B virus […]
What is Gonorrhea? Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted disease (STD). and an infection caused by a sexually transmitted bacterium that infects both males and females. You get it from having sex with someone who is infected with it. You may have heard people call it “the clap.” Both men and women can get it, though […]