Only 10-25% of people infected with genital herpes are aware of their diagnosis (1).”
Herpes is a viral sexually transmitted diseases (STD) which means that it’s incurable. The disease, along with its uncomfortable symptoms, will be with someone for life once contracted. It’s important to know that herpes can be transmitted without any signs of an outbreak. Another fact to remember is that…
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STDs
Herpes
STD Myths
How can I have HPV? I only had sex with one person!”
As a gynecologist, I, Dr. Michele Krieger, frequently hear this kind of reaction from my patients. They have a hard time handling the diagnosis of a sexually transmitted disease (STD), especially if it’s a viral STD that they will have for life. With these there’s no turning back. There are so many myths about the transmission of STDs. Her…
Gonorrhea
I haven’t had vaginal intercourse but I have had oral sex, do I need to get tested for gonorrhea? What are the symptoms for both women & men? How is it spread? Can gonorrhea affect my fertility? If I have gonorrhea and get pregnant, how does that affect my baby? How do I prevent gonorrhea?
If you are wondering what the answers are to some or all of the above questions, please check out…
