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If you are sexually active, you need to know about the wide range of sexually transmitted diseases that may endanger you. Just take a look at the guide of sexually transmitted diseases that we have compiled below and you will discover all the information you need.

There are a variety of sexually transmitted infections and sexually transmitted diseases, so take a look at the info we have provided below and learn how to protect yourself against them.

What are STIs and STDs?

STDs and STIs are infections or diseases that are transmitted through sexual contact, including vaginal, oral and anal sex. Some STDs and STIs can also be transmitted by syringes after they have been used by a person whom is infected with an STD.

You can discover more about the wide variety of STDs and STIs below we have listed many useful information on a number of the most popular.

Types of Infection

Chlamydia is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections in England. Chlamydia often has no visible symptoms, which means it can often not be diagnosed. However, once diagnosed, the infection can be treated.

If untreated, chlamydia can cause pelvic pain, pain during intercourse, and sometimes bleeding between periods. Men may suffer from swelling of the tube that leads from the bladder to the top of the penis, in addition to swelling of the tube connecting the testicles to the penis.

HIV is the STD most severe. It attacks the body's natural immune system usually defends the body against infection and disease.

HIV infects the blood cells that are called CD4 cells and are responsible for the fight against infection. After getting the HIV virus, CD4 cells are destroyed by HIV. This leaves a person who is infected with HIV at high risk of developing an infection, or diseases such as leukemia.

Destination

If you think you might have a sexually transmitted disease or STD, there are many sexual health clinics will be able to offer tests and provide treatment. To find out where your local clinic, just contact the local health authorities and they will be happy to assist you.

On the other hand, you may visit the Dr. who will also be able to help. Do not be embarrassed about the explicit nature of your problem - the Dr will frequently see similar sexual health issues.

Protect yourself

There are many ways to protect yourself against STDs and STIs, although only abstinence is 100% safe. However, sexually active people can protect themselves against STIs and sexually transmitted diseases by ensuring that they have regular STI and STD tests.