STD Symptoms Database

Trichomoniasis Symptoms

Trichomoniasis (commonly referred to as “Trich”) is caused by the parasite Trichomonas vaginalis. It is the most common curable STD with 3.7 million people infected in the United States. Of those 3.7 million, only about 30% present any symptoms. Trichomoniasis is transmitted through penis-vaginal intercourse between men and women or vulva-to-vulva contact between women. It is rarely transmitted between men. Common Symptoms of Trichomoniasis In […]

Common STD Myths

Unfortunately, because many people are hesitant to talk with their healthcare providers about Sexually Transmitted Diseases, many myths are prevalent. Here are some of the most common myths and the facts behind them. Myth #1You can’t get an STD from oral sex Fact: While there is little to no risk of transmitting HIV via oral sex, other STDs can be transmitted through oral sexual contact. […]

Hepatitis B Symptoms

Hepatitis B causes inflammation of the liver and can be sexually transmitted. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), while Hepatitis B infection is on the decline due to better prevention measures implemented in the 1990s, nearly 3,000 people were infected with the virus in 2014. Globally, the CDC reports between 850,000 and 2.2 million people are infected with Hepatitis B. Unprotected vaginal, anal, […]

Syphilis Symptoms

Syphilis is known as “The Imitator” or “The Great Pretender” because its symptoms imitate many other infections. It is a bacterial infection caused by the bacteria Treponema pallidum.

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