Sexual Health & STDs: Overview
Genital Warts (Human Papillomavirus) - Topic Overview
07/02/08, HealthwiseIs this topic for you?
Trichomoniasis - Topic Overview
07/22/08, HealthwiseTrichomoniasis is an infection with a one-cell parasite spread by sexual contact (sexually transmitted disease, or STD). It is sometimes called a Trichomonas infection or trich (say "trick").
Trichomoniasis - Treatment Overview
07/22/08, HealthwiseTrichomoniasis (trich) is treated with an oral antiprotozoal medicine, such as metronidazole or tinidazole. The medicine is taken either as a single dose (2 grams) or as multiple doses (250 to 500 mg) to equal a total of around 7 gram
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Chlamydia - Topic Overview
01/09/09, HealthwiseChlamydia (say “kluh-MID-ee-uh") is an infection spread through sexual contact. This disease infects the urethra in men. In women, it infects the urethra and the cervix and can spread to the reproductive organs. It is one of t
Chlamydia - When To Call a Doctor
01/09/09, HealthwiseCall your doctor now or seek immediate medical care if you have these chlamydia symptoms:
Gonorrhea - Topic Overview
05/09/07, HealthwiseGonorrhea is a sexually transmitted disease (STD). It is a bacterial infection of the urethra in men and the urethra, cervix, or both in women. Gonorrhea can also infect the rectum, anus, throat, pelvic organs, and, in rare cases,
Gonorrhea - When To Call a Doctor
05/09/07, HealthwiseGonorrhea causes no long-term problems if it is treated early in the course of the infection before any complications develop. Untreated gonorrhea can lead to many complications.
Syphilis - Topic Overview
10/02/07, HealthwiseSyphilis is a sexually transmitted disease (STD). If it’s not treated by a doctor, it can get worse over time and cause serious health problems.
Premature Ejaculation
10/01/08, HealthwisePremature ejaculation is uncontrolled ejaculation either before or shortly after sexual penetration, with minimal sexual stimulation and before the person wishes. It may result in an unsatisfactory sexual experience for both partners. Thi
Genital Herpes - Topic Overview
01/13/09, HealthwiseGenital herpes is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). The disease can be bothersome. But if you are a healthy adult, you do not need to worry that it will cause serious problems.
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