The Hazards of Pelvic Inflammatory Disease

Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is a condition resulting from bacteria. Oftentimes, the main culprits that lead to this health problem are chlamydia and gonorrhea. The transmitted bacteria can spread to the uterus, fallopian tubes and ovaries. If left untreated, PID can cause severe health conditions such as infertility, ectopic pregnancies, chronic pelvic pain and tubo-ovarian abscess. In this article, we dive deeper into the risk factors, symptoms, complications, and steps that can reduce the risks of PID.

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Lymphogranuloma Venereum: An Aggressive Form of Chlamydia

A more rare form of chlamydia, Lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV) is caused by serotypes L1, L2 and L3. If the first main strain of chlamydia is known to affect the genital and urinary areas, LGV attacks the lymphatic system. The first telltale sign of LGV is small skin lesions and is often followed by the swelling of lymph nodes in the groin, pelvic areas or cervix. As with other STDs, if left untreated, LGV can result in severe health conditions such as hemorrhoid-like growths. In this article, we uncover this Chlamydia strain in depth.

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Watch Out for Genital Infections Caused By Fungus

Infections that occur on the genital parts can be caused by viruses, bacteria, parasites or fungus. Despite not being hazardous like other STIs, fungal infections can lead to extreme discomfort and make people think that they are suffering from some serious STDs. These infections can emerge as a result of taking antibiotics, sexual activities, existing health conditions such as diabetes and allergic reactions to harsh bath products. In this article, get more familiar with Tinea cruris, Balanitis and Candidiasis.

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Why Are Young Women More Prone to STDs?

Although some STDs such as chlamydia and trichomoniasis are more likely to attack women than men, young women at the age of 15 to 24 have to be more careful of STD transmission because they are more prone. This susceptibility is mainly caused by women’s anatomy in which the lining of the vagina is thin and delicate as well as not getting regularly screened for STDs despite being sexually active. Find out the complete reasons, 3 sexual diseases that are more common in women and preventive methods younger women can take to minimize transmission risks.

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5 Less Common STIs You Might Never Have Heard Of

STDs are much more than HIV, herpes, chlamydia and gonorrhea. As the years go by, more infections are slowly recognized as STDs and they can be caused by bacteria, viruses and parasites. In this article, learn more and be more knowledgeable about 5 less common STIs: pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), Mycoplasma genitalium, Lymphogranuloma venereum, Shigella, and pubic lice.

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Giardiasis: What You Need To Know

Giardiasis is a diarrheal disease caused by a parasite called Giardia duodenalis. Despite attacking the digestive system, this disease is slowly recognized as an STI because oral-anal sex is one of the ways this disease can be spread. In this article, learn more about all the possible ways Giardiasis can spread, who is more susceptible to getting it, its symptoms and treatment and how it can be prevented.

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Everything You Need To Know About Practicing Safer Sex

Unless we completely abstain from sex, every sexually active person can be at risk for contracting STDs. Therefore, it is imperative that we take steps to minimize the risks. Consistently using condoms, internal condoms and dental dams, getting screened regularly for STDs, washing sex toys and refraining from getting too intoxicated by alcohol to the point of clouding our judgment are concrete ways we can consciously do to be more responsible when it comes to safer sex. In this article, find everything you need to know about protecting yourself and your partner better.

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6 STDs Which Can Be Passed Through Vertical Transmission

Not much has been said about STDs that are spread through vertical transmission. The sad truth is, this happens and can lead to severe and lifelong health problems for infants. Pregnant women who are infected with certain STDs can pass them to the babies during pregnancy, birth and delivery. In this article, we take a closer look at 6 sexual diseases which can be transmitted through vertical transmission and the impacts they cause to infants.

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Get More Familiar With STDs Spread By Skin Contact

There is nothing sneakier than STDs, which is why learning more about them is essential. Although we know all too well that STDs are spread through intimate sexual contact, some are not aware that they can also spread through mere skin-to-skin contact. STD transmission through skin contact can occur when an infected person’s mucous membranes, bodily fluids and open lesions come into direct contact with an uninfected person’s membranes and open lesions. In this article, we dive deep into 4 sexual diseases that can be transmitted through skin contact.

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