pregnancy through breast-feeding.

 

If the STD is detected early enough and treatment is started, many of the diseases can be controlled. Some infections have become immune to medications that are used to treat them. Researchers are constantly looking for new ways to treat sexually transmitted diseases. Here is a list of some sexually transmitted diseases.

 

·                    HIV/AIDS

·                    Chlamydial Infection

·                    Genital Herpes

·                    Genital Warts

·                    Gonorrhea

·                    Syphillis

 

What is the best way to prevent sexually transmitted diseases? The best way is to avoid contact with those who carry the disease. Other ways include:

·                    Engage in a monogamous relationship with the knowledge that your partner is not infected

·                    Use condoms correctly and consistently

·                    The younger you are when you have sex, the likelihood of contracts STDs increases

·                    Avoid anal intercourse but if you do, practice this use a condom

·                    Douching removes normal bacteria that is in the vagina to protect it

 

If you have been diagnosed with a sexually transmitted disease, it is important to get the right treatment through consultation with a health care provider. Notify your sexual partners. Avoid all sexual activity until the STD is gone. If you do not want your primary health care provider to know or are embarrassed in anyway, there are many clinics available that you can go to for treatment. Do not put off getting treatment if you think you may have been infected. If you delay treatment, you lessen your chances of controlling the disease.

 

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