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Can an STI affect your fertility or future pregnancies after treatment?
Getting treated for a sexually transmitted infection (STI) is a crucial step — but many people are left wondering: does treatment fully erase the risk, or can an STI leave lasting effects on...
How do you talk to a doctor about getting tested for STDs for the first time?
Bringing up sexual health with a doctor can feel awkward or even embarrassing — but it doesn't have to be. Doctors discuss STDs (sexually transmitted diseases, also called STIs or sexually...
How often should you get tested for STIs if you have multiple partners?
If you have more than one sexual partner, staying on top of your sexual health isn't just a good idea — it's an essential part of caring for yourself and the people you're intimate with. But knowing...
Can you have an STI with no symptoms? The truth about asymptomatic infections
Many people assume that if something were wrong, they would know it. When it comes to sexually transmitted infections (STIs), this assumption can be surprisingly — and dangerously — misleading. The...
Can you transmit herpes without an outbreak? Understanding asymptomatic shedding
One of the most common — and most important — questions about herpes is whether it can be passed to a partner even when no visible sores or symptoms are present. The short answer is yes, it can. This
What STD tests should you get and how often? A complete guide by age
Getting tested for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) — also called sexually transmitted infections, or STIs — is one of the most important things you can do for your health. But with so many...
Does PrEP protect against STDs other than HIV?
If you've heard of PrEP, you probably know it as a powerful tool for preventing HIV. But a common question people have is: does PrEP protect against other sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) too?...