Herpes is a very common STD, and it’s possible to have contracted the virus and not exhibit any herpes symptoms. So how do you know if you have herpes? Before we answer that question, let’s first answer some common questions about herpes. What is...
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How Often Should I Get Tested for STDs?
How often you should get tested for STDs and STIs is different for everyone and depends on a lot of personal aspects relating to your sex life. In general, getting tested annually is the absolute minimum for sexually active adults, but there are a...
Read MoreCan I Get an STD More Than Once?
Can you get an STD more than once? More specifically, can you get the same STD more than once? There are a few factors that influence the answers to those questions. With some STDs, you can’t contract them more than once, because just once...
Read MoreCan I Get STD Tested While On My Period?
“Can I get STD tested while on my period?” is a pertinent question. If you’re wondering the same thing, you’re not alone. There are a few reasons why you might think being on your period could affect your STD test results. There are a...
Read MoreSTDs and Pregnancy
The relationship between STDs and pregnancy is a fraught one. If you’re pregnant and are infected with an STD or STI, there’s a possibility that your infection is affecting both you and your unborn baby. That can be scary because many STDs are asymptomatic....
Read MoreCan You Get an STD From Trying on Bathing Suits?
Can you get an STD from trying on bathing suits? It’s a common question, and for good reason. It’s tempting to try on an article of clothing that’s new, in the store, with the tags on, and not remind yourself just how many other...
Read MoreSTDs and Relationships: What You Need to Know
There’s a lot of stigma that surrounds STDs. Jokes about STDs are often used to belittle someone who is sexually active or has had multiple partners, when the reality of the situation is that STDs and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are very common among...
Read MoreIs Free STD Testing Right for You?
Free STD testing may sound good in theory, but there are a few pitfalls in practice that you as a patient need to be aware of. There are options for free STD testing nearby and available to you, either from your local city or...
Read MoreWhat Is Trichomonal Vaginitis?
Anyone who is sexually active needs to be concerned about sexually transmitted infections. There is a range of different STIs that can cause a variety of problems. Some can be treated with a quick course of antibiotics, while others are with you for life....
Read MoreShould I Ask For an STD Test Before Sex?
Many people have different views and opinions on asking for an STD test before sex. However, there’s only one real answer to the question, ‘should I ask for an STD test before sex?’. 99% of the time, the answer is a resounding ‘yes!’. Here,...
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