Living With an Incurable STD

June 29, 2009

STDs can be divided into two general categories, those that can be cured and those that currently cannot. Syphilis, chancroid, gonorrhea, chlamydial infection, and trichomoniasis [trik”o-mo-ní-ah-sis] are the most common curable STDs seen by FP/MCH providers. All are bacterial, except for trichomoniasis, which is a protozoan infection. All incurable STDs are viral. The most dangerous [...]

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STD’s that can Lead to Infertility

June 29, 2009

The Facts Some STDs can have significant effects on your reproductive system, especially if they are left untreated. Sadly, because many STDs cause only minor symptoms, many infected men and women do not get the treatment they need. Resulting in a large number of people suffering the effects of STD-induced infertility. The majority of men [...]

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Herpes: How to Tell Your Partner That You Have It

June 3, 2009
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Let’s be honest. There’s no easy way to tell your partner you have genital herpes. Hence, there isn’t one formula for approaching the topic that will work for everyone. However, it’s something that you should discuss, even if it means the possible end to your relationship, because your partner has a right to know about [...]

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Herpes Is Manageable

May 26, 2009

Medications Help There are medications that can reduce the duration and frequency of herpes outbreaks. They can also help reduce the risk of HSV type 2 transmission to a susceptible partner.   Although there is no guarantee that you will not spread the virus. Safe sex practices are always advised, like using a condom or restraining [...]

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Dating & Herpes

May 12, 2009

Herpes Won’t Be The End Of Your Love Life Some out-of-date doctors tell their patients that they cannot spread Herpes to their partner unless they are having an active outbreak.  While it is true that you are the most contagious when you are having active symptoms, it has been shown that Herpes can be spread [...]

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