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Sexual Health / STDs

  1. How does disability affect sexuality?

    Sexuality and disability can have a complex relationship, but not always. Learn how disability, and discrimination, may affect sex.

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  2. Can I see a doctor without my parents?

    Most states allow teens to access sensitive health care services without parental consent. Read about speaking with a doctor confidentially and other…

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  3. How to talk with a doctor about sexual health

    Learn how to confidently discuss sexual health with a doctor. Tips for patients, sexual health guidance, and what to expect at an appointment.

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  4. The link between sex with many different partners and depression

    Various factors may influence how sex and depression relate, with research on depression and having many sexual partners producing mixed results. Read…

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  5. Navigating sex after breast cancer

    Sex may look or feel slightly different after breast cancer. Learn about the common challenges people face and how to overcome them here.

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  7. What to know about neurosyphilis

    Neurosyphilis is a complication of syphilis that happens when the same bacteria infect the central nervous system. Read about symptoms, treatment, and…

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  8. What to know about sexually transmitted fungal infections

    TMVII is a sexually transmitted subtype of fungal infection that can cause symptoms such as swollen, painful lesions on certain body areas. Read more.

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  9. What is a honey pack? Benefits and risks

    Honey packs are small packets of honey that some people claim can enhance sexual performance. Learn about their potential risks here.

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  10. Can you get epididymitis without having an STD?

    The most common cause of epididymitis in younger males is an STI, and in older males, it is a UTI. Read about these and other causes, such as groin…

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  11. What side effects can Plan B cause?

    Plan B is very safe, but a person may experience side effects such as menstrual changes, cramping, nausea, vomiting, and more. Learn more here.

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  12. Imvexxy pregnancy, breastfeeding, and birth control

    Learn how Imvexxy can affect pregnancy, breastfeeding, and birth control.

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  13. What to know about gonococcal conjunctivitis

    GC is a form of conjunctivitis that develops when Neisseria gonorrhea comes into contact with eye tissues. Learn more about its symptoms and treatment…

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  14. Trichomoniasis to HIV: Is it possible?

    Trichomoniasis does not generally turn into HIV. However, it can increase the risk of developing HIV. Learn more here.

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  15. How to get a birth control refill without visiting a doctor

    There are various ways in which a person can get a birth control refill without needing to visit a doctor. Learn more here.

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  16. How to speak with parents and caregivers about birth control and sex

    Speaking with a parent or caregiver about birth control and sexual health can be daunting. Read on to learn some tips on how to begin these…

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  18. Doxycycline interactions: Alcohol, medications, and other factors

    Doxycycline is a prescription drug used for certain bacterial infections. Find out about possible interactions with alcohol, other drugs, supplements…

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  19. Is hepatitis B the same as herpes?

    Hepatitis B and herpes are different viruses that can cause sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Learn about their symptoms, treatment, and more…

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  20. How to correctly apply the birth control patch

    A person can apply the birth control patch on their belly, back, upper arm, or buttocks. Learn more about how to apply it correctly here.

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  21. Side effects of venlafaxine ER oral capsule

    Venlafaxine ER oral capsule, which is used to treat certain mental health conditions, can cause side effects. Learn about its mild and serious side…

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  22. Can lesbians and bisexual females get STIs?

    Can lesbians acquire STIs and which ones can they transmit? Read on to learn more about lesbians and STIs, including how to prevent them.

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  23. Can abortion cause ectopic pregnancy?

    There is no firm evidence that abortions cause ectopic pregnancies. Factors that can contribute include smoking, infections, or tissue damage.

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  24. Can people acquire STIs from mosquito bites?

    Is it possible for people to acquire STIs from a mosquito bite? Read on to learn more about mosquito-borne diseases, and whether that include STIs.

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  25. Can you breastfeed if you have an abortion?

    There is currently no evidence that abortions affect breastfeeding or nursing babies. Learn whether people can breastfeed after an abortion.

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  26. What is the difference between primary and secondary dysmenorrhea?

    Primary dysmenorrhea is pain during menstruation. Secondary dysmenorrhea is period pain that happens due to a medical condition.

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  27. Do you have to go to a gynecologist for birth control?

    There are several ways people can get contraception in the United States. Learn whether you have to go to a gynecologist for birth control.

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  29. What to know about the birth control ring

    There are two types of birth control ring. Learn more about the types, side effects, and what to discuss with a doctor here.

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  30. Do health experts consider cold sores an STD?

    Are oral herpes a type of STI? Read on to learn more about cold sores, including causes, treatments, and whether health experts consider them to be an…

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  31. Do health experts consider MRSA a STI?

    Is MRSA a type of STI? Read on to learn more about whether health experts consider MRSA to be an STI and how to prevent transmission of MRSA and STIs.

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  32. HPV-positive but 16- and 18-negative: What does it mean?

    Testing HPV-positive but 16 and 18 negative means an HPV infection is present, but it does not include HPV types with a higher risk of cancer.

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  33. Rubraca interactions: Alcohol, medications, and other factors

    Find out about possible interactions between Rubraca and other medications, supplements, alcohol, foods, and more.

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  34. How effective are condoms at preventing STIs?

    Which STIs can condoms offer protection against? Read on to learn more about the STIs condoms can protect against and the STIs they are less effective…

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  35. Is there a link between multiple sclerosis and hypersexuality?

    Multiple sclerosis is a neurological condition that can have an impact on a person's sexual health. Read on to learn more about MS, hypersexuality…

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  36. What does HPV mRNA E6/E7 mean?

    "HPV mRNA E6/E7 detected" means a person has a high-risk type of HPV that may lead to cancer. Learn more about this and the next steps here.

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  37. What to know about HPV testing with Medicare

    Medicare may cover HPV testing in some cases. Learn about the conditions for coverage, what parts of Medicare may offer the coverage, and more.

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  38. Which STIs are currently incurable?

    What STIs are incurable at present? Read on to learn more about the four viral STIs that are treatable, but are not currently curable.

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  40. Common symptoms of STIs in those assigned female at birth

    What are some symptoms that could suggest an STI in females? Read on to learn more about the more common STIs and their potential symptoms in females.

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  41. Imvexxy side effects: What you should know

    Imvexxy, which is used to treat painful sex during menopause , can cause side effects. Learn about its more common, mild, and serious side effects and…

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  42. Does anal sex increase the risk of colon cancer?

    Anal sex can increase the risk of contracting HPV. However, the link between HPV and colon cancer is unclear. Learn more here.

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  43. Which contraceptives prevent sexually transmitted infections?

    Barrier methods of contraception, including condoms and dental dams, can help prevent sexually transmitted infections. Learn more.

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  44. Pearly papules vs. HPV: How to tell the difference

    Pearly penile papules may have similarities in appearance. However, there are several key differences, including location and cause. Learn more here.

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