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 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 […]
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 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 […]
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