What are genital warts? Genital warts are small growths that develop around the genitals or anus. They are also known as venereal warts, or condylomata acuminata. Genital warts affect the moist tissues of the genital area. They can look like small, flesh-colored bumps or have a cauliflower-like appearance. In many cases, the warts are too […]
What is genital herpes? Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted infection (STI). This STI causes herpetic sores, which are painful blisters (fluid-filled bumps) that can break open and ooze fluid in the genital area. Genital herpes passed on through vaginal, anal and oral sex. Treatment from a sexual health clinic can help. Symptoms clear up […]
What is congenital syphilis? Congenital Syphilis is when your baby is born infected with syphilis. The only way your baby can get congenital syphilis is if you have syphilis and pass it to your baby. Most of the time, syphilis is passed from mom to baby during pregnancy, but it can happen during vaginal birth […]
What is Chlamydia? Chlamydia is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by bacteria. People who have chlamydia often don’t have outward symptoms in the early stages. Women can get chlamydia in the cervix, rectum, or throat. Men can get chlamydia in the urethra (inside the penis), rectum, or throat. Chlamydia is a common STD […]
What is Chancroid ? Chancroid is a bacterial condition that causes open sores on or around the genitals. It’s a type of sexually transmitted infection (STI), which means it’s transmitted through sexual contact. Chancroid is a relatively common disease in the developing world. As with syphilis, the open sores caused by chancroid increase a person’s […]
“STD” stands for sexually transmitted disease, while “STI” is short for sexually transmitted infection. You probably already knew that, and you are hoping to find out whether there is any functional or practical difference between the two terms. The answer is more complicated than it appears at first glance, primarily because not everyone in the […]
Syphilis Syphilis is a common bacterial infection that’s spread through sex. Syphilis is easily cured with antibiotic medicine, but it can cause permanent damage if you don’t get treated. Typically on the genitals, rectum or mouth. Syphilis spreads from person to person via skin or mucous membrane contact with these sores. You can catch syphilis […]
What are condoms? Condoms are protective barriers that fit over a penis or other phallic-shaped object. When used properly, condoms lower the chance of pregnancy and dramatically reduce the risk for both parties of contracting a sexually transmitted disease or HIV infection. Condoms are considered a class II medical device, meaning they follow specific guidelines […]
What is Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)? Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is an infection of the vagina. It results from a change in the normal balance of vaginal bacteria. BV usually doesn’t cause any other health problems. But it can lead to issues, especially when you’re pregnant or trying to get pregnant. BV is a disturbance in the […]
If an HIV infection has been confirmed, tests are routinely performed to determine the status of a person’s immune system and the level of viral activity in the body. These are expressed in what is known as your CD4 count and viral load. These values give them and their healthcare team important information about: the […]
