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Sexually Transmitted Disease

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Is it true that if I have an STD, I'll just take antibiotics and it will go away?

For the bacterial STDs, it is true that antibiotics are highly effective. About 95% or 98% of the time when you take the antibiotic your infection...

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Is there any way to tell if my partner has an STD?

A lot of people think that they can check out their partner or look at their partner and tell whether or not their partner has an STD. Unfortunately...

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How can I know for sure that I don't have an STD?

We recommend that you see a health care provider to be tested. The CDC has a special web site, findstdtest.org, where teens can go to find a nearby...

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What is the prognosis when you have an STD (sexually transmitted disease)?

Most of the common STDs can be cured with treatment. In addition to the discomfort of the infection, some STDs can cause other, more serious, long...

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How can I prevent getting a sexually transmitted disease (STD)?

The best way to prevent sexually transmitted diseases is to avoid sexual contact with others. If people decide to become sexually active, they can...

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What happens after I am diagnosed with an STD (sexually transmitted disease)?

Sometimes people with sexually transmitted diseases are too embarrassed or frightened to ask for help or information. However, most STDs are easy to...

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What is the treatment for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)?

Home treatment of STDs is not recommended because prescription drugs are usually necessary. The treatment of an STD varies depending on the type of...

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What exams and tests can diagnose sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)?

Some STDs can be diagnosed without any tests at all. Other STDs require a blood test or a sample of any unusual fluid (such as an abnormal discharge...

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When should I see a doctor for a sexually transmitted disease (STD)?

If you believe you have a sexually transmitted disease (STD) or have been exposed to an STD, a medical exam may be necessary. Being seen by a...

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What are the causes of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)?

Depending on the condition, sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) can be spread with any type of sexual activity. STDs are most often caused by...

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How are STDs spread, and what health problems can they cause?

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are among the most common infectious diseases in the United States today. More than 20 different STDs have been...

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How can I avoid spreading an STD?

If you have an STD, stop having sex until you see a doctor and are treated. Follow your doctor's instructions for treatment. Use condoms whenever...

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How can I protect myself from STDs?

Here are some basic steps that you can take to protect yourself from STDs: Consider that not having sex or sexual relations is the only sure way to...

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