Chlamydia

Chlamydia is a common STI that can affect men and women.  It can be spread by having vaginal, anal, or oral sex with someone who has chlamydia.  It can spread without ejaculation. Symptoms Most people with chlamydia do not have

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Gonorrhea

Gonorrhea is an STI that can affect men and women.  It is a very common infection, especially among young people age 15-24 years.  It can be spread by having vaginal, anal or oral sex with someone who has gonorrhea. Symptoms

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HIV / AIDS

HIV is an STD that can affect men and women.  It can be spread by having any sexual contact or by sharing needles.  It can also be spread from mother to baby during pregnancy, birth or breastfeeding.  If you have

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HPV

Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Eighty percent of people will get an HPV infection in their lifetime. HPV is a group of more than 150 related viruses.  Some HPV viruses lead to warts, others lead to cancer. Men and women can get

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Syphilis

Syphilis is an STI that can cause serious health problems if it is not treated.  It is spread by direct contact with a syphilis sore during vaginal, anal or oral sex.  Sores can be found around the penis, vagina or

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