Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
STDs are passed from one person to another through vaginal, oral or anal sex. Even lying together without clothes and touching each other can spread disease. Make an appointment today to learn about how to keep yourself safe.
STDs Can Cause a Lot of Questions
Here are some answers.
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If you are or have been sexually active with one or more partners, then yes. In fact, 1 in 2 sexually active young people will get an STD by the time they are 25. Remember, depending on the number of partners you both have had, you aren’t just having sex with each other, you are potentially carrying and passing multiple partner germs amongst each other. Get tested.
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The Centers for Disease Control state that there are 110 million cases in the United States — and 20 million new cases each year!
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Many STDs don’t have symptoms. If you are sexually active, get tested. We offers free, limited, and confidential testing and treatment from medical professionals. If you do test positive for an STD we can help you get prescription for the appropriate medication. Make an appointment to get tested.
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Most can be treated if caught early. However, left untreated, STDs pose a variety of risks including infertility, cancer, liver damage, etc.
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There are more than 25 different types of STDs — here are some of the more common ones:
Chlamydia
Gonorrhea
HIV/AIDS
Syphilis
Bacterial Vaginosis
Herpes
Hepatitis
Trichomoniasis
HPV
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According to the Centers for Disease Control, refraining from vaginal, anal, and oral intercourse is the only 100% effective way to prevent HIV, other STDs, and pregnancy.
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We offer free, limited, and confidential STD tests and treatment. Contact us today to make an appointment.