Am I at risk after an unprotected sexual encounter with a new partner?
I have smelly discharge and my private part is itchy, what is the cause?
Why do I have some lesions on my private part?
What is STI?
Sexually transmitted infections (STI) are infections which spread from one person to another through sexual contact either through oral, vagina or anus contact. Organisms which cause STI include bacteria, parasites, yeast, and viruses. The most common organisms include:
Most STI may have no symptoms initially. Symptoms may appear after 2-3 weeks (known as the incubation period) and they include:
Painful passing water
Vagina or penile discharge (which may be smelly)
Pain during sex
Lower abdominal pain
Itch or discomfort in the penis or vagina
Swollen lymph nodes around the groin region
Warts (which can be small or in clusters)
Testicle discomfort (in men)
Bleeding in between periods (in women)
Treatment of STI
It is important to make the diagnosis and treatment early to prevent the disease to spread because it can cause infertility to both men and women. If you have any suspicion that you may be affected by STI, see your doctor as soon as possible to get a:
Thorough body check up
Genital swab of the discharge
Urine test
Do’s and Don’t’s
DO take precautions by using barrier contraception such as condoms
DO inform your partner(s) to have STI tests when you have been tested positive
DO NOT have unprotected sex with new partners
DO NOT have sex until at least 1 week after the end of your treatment
See your GP or Gynae doctor if you have burning sensation passing urine or unusual discharge
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If you think you may be suffering from any medical condition, you should seek immediate medical attention from your doctor or other professional healthcare providers. You should never delay seeking medical advice, disregard medical advice, or discontinue medical treatment because of information on this website.
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