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Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs): Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)

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after how long does hiv signs start showing :: Article Creator

Gonorrhoea

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gonorrhea symptoms show up :: Article Creator 5 Reasons Gonorrhea Is Becoming More Difficult To Treat  Gonorrhea symptoms are more pronounced in men than in women. [Courtesy of iStock] The front page picture of The Star newspaper released into the market on Thursday, January 12, 2023 featured significantly on Kenyans' WhatsApp and social media statuses. The newspaper's lead story was titled 'Super gonorrhea strikes Nairobians', with the report stating that the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) was concerned about the increase in the number of gonorrhea cases that are becoming more difficult to treat among city dwellers. Typical of Kenyans, they took to social media to warn their friends and followers that reckless sex was becoming costlier by the day. Many captioned the front-page image with the Swahili words "soko ni chafu", to mean "more and more people have STIs out here", and, therefore, caution...

Syphilis

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syphilis symptoms on lips :: Article Creator These Are The Diseases You Can Get After Locking Lips A good make-out session is the first step to a great intimacy. There are different types of kisses that include; forehead kiss, single lip, French kiss, seductive kiss and the list is endless. However, there is the dark side of kissing. According to Michael Benninger, MD the risk of transmission through saliva is low due to the fact that it has antibodies and enzymes that lower the risk. However, some infectious organisms do make their way past the saliva. These are the five epidemics you can contract: Infectious mononucleosis-This is referred to as a group of symptoms that are caused by Epstein - Barr virus. This virus is spread through the saliva and commonly known as the kissing disease. According to Mayo Clinic, some of the symptoms include fatigue, sore throat, fever, swollen lymph nodes in your neck and armpits, swollen tonsils, headache, Ski...

Are STIs different for men?

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trichomoniasis test at home :: Article Creator 6 Best At-Home STD Tests Of 2024 Brooke Murad recognized that STIs that go undetected can affect fertility in people with vaginas, and as a newlywed, she thought it wise to test preemptively. "It's important [for all folx] to get tested regularly, even when you have a long-term partner (as I do). We will be family planning in the next couple of years, so we will want to know of anything that might hurt our chances of a successful pregnancy and try to nip it in the bud." Murad appreciated Nurx's package delivery, saying: "The test kit came in discreet packaging; the box the tests came in was completely blank, with no text. I appreciated their thoughtfulness on this, in case one might want to keep this information private." Murad also said the kit included three tests: vaginal, throat, and blood — as well as a large step-by-step instructional card to guide you through the...

Can STDs Go Away On Their Own?

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std discharge :: Article Creator Types Of STDs: Everything You Need To Know An STD (sexually transmitted disease) is a condition that develops due to a virus, bacteria, or parasite that spreads through sexual contact. STDs may be referred to as STIs (sexually transmitted infections). An STI causes the condition, and an STD develops as a result of that infection. Many sources use these terms interchangeably. Many different types of STDs present with various symptoms, such as rashes, itching, unusual discharge or bleeding, fever, and flu-like symptoms. Some STDs can lead to complications like infertility and cancer, especially if untreated. Most STDs are curable, but some are chronic (long-lasting). About 20 million new cases of STIs occur each year, and this number appears to be increasing. Anyone sexually active can get an STD, but teenagers, young adults, and men who have sex with men are at the highest risk. Human papillomavirus (H...

6 At-Home STI Tests: Free and Low Cost Options to Try in 2024

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syphilis symptoms when :: Article Creator Over-the-Counter Syphilis Test Now Available For Purchase The First To Know® Syphilis Test is now available for purchase nationwide to be used for at-home testing of suspected syphilis infection. Cleared by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) earlier this year, the over-the-counter test detects Treponema pallidum antibodies using a single drop of blood and provides results in approximately 15 minutes. Positive results indicate the presence of antibodies to syphilis that require follow-up with a health care provider.  The test will likely be positive for individuals who have previously had syphilis, even if they have been treated. Individuals with a negative result who continue to experience symptoms should also be seen by a health care provider to rule out infection.  In a clinical study, the First to Know test correctly identified 99.5% (1158 out of 1164) of negative specimens and 93.4% (99 out o...

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs)

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aids stage 4 symptoms :: Article Creator The Stages Of HIV Infection Key points If treatment is not taken, seroconversion is followed by asymptomatic HIV, symptomatic HIV and AIDS. However, effective HIV treatment profoundly changes the course of infection. With treatment, you can live with chronic HIV infection for decades. The World Health Organization and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention each have their own definitions of the stages of infection. Most descriptions of the stages of HIV infection describe the natural history of HIV, in other words how, over time, the disease progresses in people who are not taking HIV treatment. They show how HIV progressively attacks and weakens the immune system, eventually leading to AIDS (acquired immune deficiency syndrome). This is not what happens to people who take effective HIV treatment (antiretroviral therapy). These medications can keep the virus under control and stop a decline...