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6 Mind-Blowing Facts About STDs You Should Be Aware Of

     

    6 Mind-Blowing Facts About STDs You Should Be Aware Of

     

    Sexually transmitted diseases, also called Venereal disease, are infections that can be transmitted between sexual partners during intercourse. They are caused by bacteria, parasites, and viruses that affect the reproductive organs. However, the problem of STDs is not widely discussed and many people still neglect their occurrence. In this article, we gathered six mind-blowing facts about STDs you should be aware of.

    1. Most STDs can develop asymptomatically

    At the initial stages, most STDs don’t cause any symptoms. Moreover, many of them can develop in a person for years without obvious symptoms. This often leads to that a person that is already infected can easily transmit Veneral disease to the other person. 

    Despite the fact that STDs affect both men and women, they usually cause more severe damage to women. At the advanced stages, STDs in women can cause the following symptoms:

    • Abnormal vaginal discharge
    • Pain during urination
    • Pelvic pain
    • Pain during sex
    • Spotting
    • Unpleasant vaginal odor
    • Itching and burning in the genital area

    You should also know that certain STDs like human papillomavirus and genital herpes can’t be treated. They can be present in a latent form and cause no symptoms.

    2. Condoms don’t provide a complete protection

    Despite the fact that condoms are considered the safest way of contraception, they don’t guarantee complete protection. First and foremost, you should understand that condoms can tear as a result of inappropriate use. That’s why it is important to strictly follow the instruction.

    Another issue is that some STDs can be transmitted even through skin-to-skin contact. This means that if the viruses inhabit areas that can’t be covered with the condom, they can also easily pass from person to person.

    3. Trust is good but contraception is better

    Due to the fact that Venereal disease can develop without obvious symptoms, it can be unknowingly transmitted between partners. The main problem is that married couples and people who live together for a long period of time tend to neglect contraception because they completely trust their partners. 

    Unfortunately, such a trust can easily bring unpleasant consequences in the form of unwanted pregnancy or STDs. All people keep their own secrets and you shouldn’t be completely sure that your partner will never cheat on you. That’s why it is better to use contraception if you are not planning to have a child.

    4. Oral and anal sex are not safer

    You should understand that any form of unprotected sex can’t be considered safe. This means that you can be infected with STDs through oral and anal sex as well. If you are practicing different forms of sex with your partner, be sure to use condoms. Despite the fact that they can’t save you from certain infections, they will significantly reduce your risk to get STDs.

    5. STD testing is not included in a regular gynecological exam

    Despite the fact that regular STD testing is essential for every person with active sexual life, it is not included in a regular check-up. However, you should understand that health care can’t be complete without such tests and exams. 

    Moreover, if you are a sexually active woman, it is recommended to perform Pap smear every few years. This smear shows precancerous or cancerous changes in cervical cells. You should also know that in most cases, cervical cancer is caused by human papillomavirus.

    6. Untreated STDs can lead to infertility

    If left untreated, most STDs can lead to pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). This condition is quite dangerous since it can cause infertility. PID is an inflammation that changes tissues in the reproductive organs. This results in scarring and blockage of the fallopian tubes. When the egg is released from the ovaries, it can’t be fertilized that means that pregnancy becomes impossible. 

     

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