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- Sexually transmitted diseases are the infections that are acquired through unprotected sexual contact
- There are more than 20 types of sexually transmitted diseases
- It can be caused by bacteria, virus & parasites
Presenting Symptoms Can Be:-
- Genital ulcers – painless/painful
- Urethral / Vaginal Discharge
- Pruritus, Redness
- Dyspareunia
- Abdominal pain
- Ulcers/oral
- Boils
Treatment:-
- Sexually transmitted diseases are curable. If you get any of the above signs and symptoms immediately seek advice from your dermatologist
- Early diagnosis, prompt treatment can prevent the complications
Complications :-
- If STD’s are not treated then it can cause recurrent ulcers leading to local fibrosis, phimosis, pelvic inflammatory diseases, UTI, Urethral / pelvic abscess, infertility, ectopic pregnancy & lately carcinoma of male, female reproductions.
- Need of the Hour :- Stop hesitating in discussing and presenting your complaints to your skin specialist as most of the STD’s are preventable and cured
Prevention:-
- Use protection while having sexual contact
- Avoid multiple partners
- Vaccines are available for HPV, Hep-B
