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Chlamydia in the Throat: Symptoms, Risks, Causes & Treatment
Chlamydia is a well-known infection that primarily affects the genital area but it can also present itself in the throat, a condition known as pharyngeal chlamydia or, in more common terms, oral chlamydia. Chlamydia in the throat typically results from performing oral sex on someone who has chlamydia. Most of the time, the infection does… Continue reading Chlamydia in the Throat: Symptoms, Risks, Causes & Treatment
Jessica Guht Feb. 08, 2023
Can You Get Chlamydia With a Condom?
If you’re experiencing uncomfortable symptoms such as burning or pain when urinating or pain during sex then you may be wondering if you have an STD such as Chlamydia. You might also be thinking back to your sexual activity and wondering if it’s even possible to have it if you use a condom. Take the… Continue reading Can You Get Chlamydia With a Condom?
Jessica Guht Oct. 10, 2022
10 Popular Myths About Herpes
Genital herpes is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections. It can be passed through various forms of sexual activity including oral activity although this is quite rare. Overall more than 3.7 billion people have some form of herpes. This guide explores the common myths associated with herpes. Table of Contents Myths and Facts… Continue reading 10 Popular Myths About Herpes
Jessica Guht Oct. 07, 2022
7 Myths About Trichomoniasis
Have you heard of trichomoniasis? While this disease is more common than most people realize, many people have no idea what it is or why it is relevant to their lives. Trichomoniasis an STD and similar to other diseases, has numerous myths that cloud the true severity of the issue. This article explores the common… Continue reading 7 Myths About Trichomoniasis
Jessica Guht Oct. 04, 2022
How Long Does It Take to Get STD Test Results?
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are infections that affect the genitals, anus, or mouth. They often do not have any symptoms, making STD tests one of the most important methods of detection. However, how long it takes to get results can vary. Some tests may offer results on the same day, whereas others may take weeks.… Continue reading How Long Does It Take to Get STD Test Results?
Jessica Guht Sep. 02, 2022
HPV vs. Herpes: A Complete Overview
STDs have a certain amount of stigma surrounding them, which can make discussing them challenging and embarrassing. However, some STDs are immensely common, with many unaware they have them. Two STDs that can often slide under the radar due to a lack of symptoms are HPV and herpes. These two STDs can cause some problems… Continue reading HPV vs. Herpes: A Complete Overview
Jessica Guht Sep. 01, 2022
UTI Vs. STD: How to Tell the Difference?
UTIs and STDs are two common conditions that each affect many people. To make things more confusing, the symptoms of many common STDs are similar to those of a UTI, making it challenging to tell which type of infection you have. Not only is knowing the difference between the two important for treatment, but it… Continue reading UTI Vs. STD: How to Tell the Difference?
Jessica Guht Aug. 23, 2022
How Long Does It Take for Chlamydia to Go Away?
If you or your partner has been recently diagnosed with chlamydia, you may wonder how long it will take to go away, and when you will be able to have sex again. With antibiotic treatment, chlamydia should go away in 1-2 weeks. However, because chlamydia may often have no symptoms, research has found that it is possible… Continue reading How Long Does It Take for Chlamydia to Go Away?
Emily Maeve Milord Aug. 22, 2022
How Long Can Chlamydia Be Dormant?
Chlamydia is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases. Statistics from the CDC indicate that there are approximately 4 million cases of chlamydia in the US every year. The infection is most prevalent in young adults. Over 60% of new infections occur in 15-24-year-olds. Chlamydia is spread through oral sex and sexual intercourse. Anyone… Continue reading How Long Can Chlamydia Be Dormant?
Jessica Guht Aug. 01, 2022
Can You Get Herpes from Sharing a Drink?
There is a significant amount of stigma surrounding herpes, especially oral herpes since others can clearly see it. However, oral herpes is very common, with the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) estimating that 47.8 percent of adults in the United States have HSV-1, the virus that typically causes oral herpes. Despite oral herpes infecting the… Continue reading Can You Get Herpes from Sharing a Drink?
Jessica Guht Jul. 29, 2022
How to Heal Herpes Sores Faster?
Herpes sores are caused by a virus called the herpes simplex virus (HSV). The virus is categorized into two different types because it can cause oral herpes (known as cold sores) and it can cause genital herpes. Oral herpes is oftentimes referred to as cold sores or fever blisters. This virus is very common and… Continue reading How to Heal Herpes Sores Faster?
Victoria Fanslau Mar. 07, 2022
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