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Can You Get an STI From Kissing? Here's What You Should Know

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common sti in females :: Article Creator Little-known STI More Common Than Chlamydia Could Be Early Sign Of Silent Killer - Full List Of Symptoms Researchers warn that Trichomoniasis, frequently symptomless but prevalent, could raise the risk of cervical cancer by up to five times as 80 per cent of women with Trich more likely to have HPV Trich is more widespread than chlamydia and gonorrhoea in some parts of the world ( Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto) A little-known STI could increase your risk of cervical cancer by five times, researchers warn. Trichomoniasis, or Trich, is a common but often unnoticed STI that can significantly raise the risk of cervical cancer in women. Most cases show no symptoms, but it can cause genital discharge and pain during urination. Experts say Trich damages cervical tissue, creating a "favourable environment" for HPV, which causes 99 per cent of cervical cancer cases. A study of nearly h...

STI Incubation Periods: How Long Until Symptoms Appear?

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anorectal gonorrhea :: Article Creator

HIV and AIDS: Symptoms, Causes, Treatments, and More

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hiv symptoms when start :: Article Creator I'm HIV Positive. Here's What I Wish People Knew. I never thought about death until I received my HIV diagnosis. I had made plans to get my degree, start my career, get married, and possibly have children. But I tossed all my hopes and dreams in the trash that fateful day in September 2021. I was in the lab with a technician in a small hospital. I stared long and hard as the first stripe formed, then the shock came when I saw the slow faint formation of the second, which meant I was positive. Suddenly I was sweating; the room was too small, almost claustrophobic. I was suffocating. "It took me a year and a half to accept that HIV could not limit me." Until you are diagnosed with HIV, you will never understand how that first moment puts you in a state of grief: all of the enthusiasm I had previously possessed for life was suddenly gone. In its place, shame, guilt, loneliness, and ...

Syphilis: Here's what to know about symptoms and treatment

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hiv symptoms 3 weeks after exposure :: Article Creator What Causes Swollen Lymph Nodes In The Armpit? Medically reviewed by Soma Mandal, MDMedically reviewed by Soma Mandal, MD The lymph nodes are small glands that are part of your immune system. They contain white blood cells and are responsible for filtering out harmful substances in the lymph fluid. Swollen lymph nodes (medically known as lymphadenopathy) can happen for several reasons. Infections, health conditions, and certain medications can all cause this reaction. Fortunately, many causes of swollen lymph nodes are treatable. Several infections can be treated with antibiotics, antivirals, or antifungals. Chronic health conditions like an autoimmune disorder or cancer are also treatable with medications or surgery. If your lymph nodes are swollen, meet with your healthcare provider to develop a treatment plan. Bacterial Infections When bacteria enter the body, they can cause a bacter...

Syphilis

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signs of gonorrhea throat :: Article Creator 10 Signs Of Strep Throat If you or your child suddenly feel a fiery, stabbing pain in the throat that makes swallowing difficult and unpleasant,… If you or your child suddenly feel a fiery, stabbing pain in the throat that makes swallowing difficult and unpleasant, you may have a case of strep throat. This respiratory illness is more prevalent in children than adults, but it can affect anyone at any age. While it's more likely to occur in the winter, strep throat can strike throughout the year. Read on for everything you need to know about strep throat. What Is Strep Throat? Strep throat is an infection caused by a type of bacteria called group A streptococcus, or GAS for short. This common — but serious — ailment resulted in an estimated 27,300 cases in 2022, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data. What Are the Symptoms of Strep Throat? Many viruses can trigg...