Signs of STD

We include products we think are useful for our readers. If you buy through links on this page, we may earn a small commission. Here's our process. Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) refer to conditions that can pass from person to person through sexual contact. They are common infections that many people may not be aware they have, meaning many people may unknowingly transmit them. Many quick, safe, and readily available STD tests can help prevent further transmission and health complications. Rather than use the older term STDs, many doctors now tend to refer to these conditions as sexually transmitted infections, or STIs. Early detection and treatment are vital to prevent transmission and complications due to untreated STIs. Regular testing is important, and healthcare professionals can advise about STI tests. If people do not feel comfortable doing so, many clinics, pharmacies, or services can provide confidential and free or low-cost testing. According to the Centers for Dis...

After birds died in several states, many blinded with crusted-over eyes, wildlife officials were able to rule out a number of pathogens as the cause. Jim Tinnell, a wildlife rehabilitator in Ohio, was suspicious when he received his first sick blue jay of the season on May 24. "Blue jays just don't come into rehab that often," he said, citing his 40 years of experience rehabbing birds. "They're great parents." Three days later, he had six sick songbirds in his care. All the birds appeared emaciated and functionally blind, their eyes crusted shut. Mr. Tinnell gave each bird a warm eye compress and applied antibiotic ointment, to no avail. All the birds died within 48 hours. In the weeks following, Mr. Tinnell took in bird after bird, each with the same eye condition. Before they died, many developed neurological symptoms: Their heads bobbed back, their bodies bounced, and their blind eyes fixated upward toward the sky. Many of the afflicted birds were blue ja...

Levsin (hyoscyamine) is classified as an anticholinergic-sedative. It is a combination of two drugs: belladonna alkaloids and barbiturates.   Levsin (which also goes by the brand name Anaspaz) is prescribed by a physician to relax the muscles in the bladder and intestines as well as reduce stomach acid. The medication is also used to treat irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), diverticulosis, and bladder spasms. ShutterWorx / Getty Images How Levsin Is Taken Levsin should be taken anywhere from 30 to 60 minutes before eating a meal.   It should never be taken at the same time as antacids (such as Tums or Rolaids) because these medications can decrease the absorption of Levsin. Wait at least an hour after taking Levsin to take antacids. What to Do About Missing a Dose If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If you're due to take your next dose soon, just take that dose. Don not double up on your dose or take mo...

We include products we think are useful for our readers. If you buy through links on this page, we may earn a small commission. Here's our process. Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) refer to conditions that can pass from person to person through sexual contact. They are common infections that many people may not be aware they have, meaning many people may unknowingly transmit them. Many quick, safe, and readily available STD tests can help prevent further transmission and health complications. Rather than use the older term STDs, many doctors now tend to refer to these conditions as sexually transmitted infections, or STIs. Early detection and treatment are vital to prevent transmission and complications due to untreated STIs. Regular testing is important, and healthcare professionals can advise about STI tests. If people do not feel comfortable doing so, many clinics, pharmacies, or services can provide confidential and free or low-cost testing. According to the Centers for Dis...

We include products we think are useful for our readers. If you buy through links on this page, we may earn a small commission. Here's our process. Herpes is a common sexually transmitted infection. When it flares up, several medications can ease the symptoms, and some are available to buy online. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that 1 in 5 people in the United States has a sexually transmitted infection (STI). This article looks into herpes treatments and home care techniques and when to consider testing. Herpes is a common STI, and it can pass on through vaginal, anal, or oral sex. There are two types of the virus that causes it: herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) and type 2 (HSV-2). Oral herpes often stems from an HSV-1 infection, and it can cause blisters or sores to form on or around the mouth. An HSV-2 infection often causes blisters and sores to form on or around the genitals. Many people with herpes have no symptoms, however. The virus cann...

Biogen 's (NASDAQ:BIIB) earnings report last week offered us a clear picture of why the biotech company is in need of a change. Its main multiple sclerosis (MS) business is on the decline as blockbuster Tecfidera loses ground to generic competition -- and newer MS drug Vumerity is taking a while to generate significant revenue. Sales of other big drugs also are on the decline. But there may be brighter days ahead for Biogen. CEO Michel Vounatsos says the company is in the process of becoming not just an MS company -- but a full neuroscience company. Let's take a look at three drugs with blockbuster potential and see if they can indeed transform this biotech giant. Image source: Getty Images. 1. Zuranolone for depression Biogen recently reported positive data from a pivotal phase 3 trial investigating zuranolone for major depressive disorder (also known as clinical depression). The drug candidate showed statistically signifi...

The first symptoms of HIV usually appear 2–4 weeks after a person has exposure to the virus, but in some instances, the symptoms do not appear for months to years after exposure. HIV is a virus that causes a condition of the same name. Its final stage is AIDS, which is a serious condition that occurs when there has been significant damage to a person's immune system. HIV spreads through sexual fluids, blood, and breast milk. In 2015, statistics suggested that 94% of HIV infections that year were due to sexual contact. Keep reading to learn more about the early symptoms of HIV, some details on the timeline of the condition, and some information on diagnosis and when to contact a doctor. Not everyone who gets HIV will immediately show symptoms of the condition. However, if any symptoms of HIV do occur, they will usually appear 2–4 weeks after a person's exposure to the virus. In some cases, however, symptoms will only appear months to years later. Doctors find it helpful to bre...