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Syphilis during pregnancy: risks, symptoms, and why prenatal screening matters
Syphilis is a bacterial infection caused by Treponema pallidum, and while it is treatable at any stage, it becomes especially serious during pregnancy. When left undetected or untreated, syphilis can
Can you have an STD with no symptoms? The silent infection problem
Many people assume that if something were wrong, they'd know it. But when it comes to sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), that assumption can be dangerously misleading. The reality is that many...
Which STDs can be passed to a baby during pregnancy or childbirth?
Pregnancy is an exciting and sometimes overwhelming time, and sexual health may not be the first thing on your mind. But certain sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) — also called sexually...
What STIs are NOT included in a standard STI panel — and why you should ask for more
You went to your doctor, asked to be "tested for everything," and walked away feeling reassured. But here's a surprising truth: a standard STI panel often doesn't test for everything. Several common...
Recognizing gonorrhea: symptoms in men and women
Gonorrhea is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 1.6 million new...
Can adults over 26 still benefit from the HPV vaccine?
You may have heard that the HPV vaccine is "for teenagers." But what if you're in your 30s, 40s, or even older — is it too late? The answer is more nuanced than a simple yes or no, and understanding...
The complete guide to STD testing: what to expect and when to go
Getting tested for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) — also called sexually transmitted infections, or STIs — is one of the most responsible things you can do for your health and the health of...