All STDs

STDs and Symptoms

Sexually Transmitted Diseases Infections

According to the World Health Organization, there are more than 30 different types of sexually transmitted diseases. And while some of these STDs can be cured with medication, others – like HIV – are incurable. So it’s important to know how to protect yourself from them, and to get tested regularly if you’re sexually active.

Chlamydia

Chlamydia is a common bacterial STD that is easily curable with prescription antibiotics.

Gonorrhea

Gonorrhea is a bacterial STD that is very common and easily cured with prescription antibiotics.

Syphilis

Syphilis is an STD caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum. It is easily curable with antibiotics.

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis A is a virus that causes an inflammation of the liver that can complicate how well the liver functions.

Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B is a virus that causes an inflammation of the liver that can complicate how well the liver functions.

Hepatitis C

Hepatitis C is a virus that causes an inflammation of the liver that can complicate how well the liver functions.

HIV

HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is the virus that causes AIDS. It attacks the cells of your immune system, making you more vulnerable to get sick or even die from illnesses your body would normally be able to fight off.

HPV Genital Warts

Genital warts are a common sexually transmitted disease (STD) passed on by vaginal and anal sex, sharing sex toys and, rarely, by oral sex. Treatment from a sexual health clinic can help.

Herpes - Genital Herpes

Herpes is an STD caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). There are many different strains of HSV, but HSV-1 and HSV-2 are the most common.