Gonasyphilherpeaids. Sex Facts v.6554138

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1. The difference between STDs and STIs- STIs (Sexually transmitted infection) simply means that a germ — virus, bacteria, or parasite — that can cause disease or sickness is present inside a person’s body. An infected person does not necessarily have any symptoms or signs that the virus or bacteria is actually hurting his or her body; they do not necessarily feel sick.
STDs (Sexually transmitted disease) means that the infection is actually causing the infected person to feel sick, or to notice something is wrong.
Many STIs are transmitted through the mucous membranes of the penis, vulva, and the mouth. The visible membrane covering the head of the penis is a mucous membrane, though it produces no mucus (similar to the lips of the mouth). Mucous membranes differ from skin in that they allow certain pathogens into the body.
Many STIs are not passed only through genital to genital contact
Infections such as herpes simplex, hpv, and kshv (Kaposi's sarcoma-associated herpesvirus--which can be transmitted when using saliva as a lubricant on genitals) can be transmitted from skin to skin, or genital to mouth.
All sexual behaviors that involve contact with another person or the bodily fluids of another person should be considered to contain some risk of transmission of sexually transmitted diseases.
Medical professionals are urging the use of condoms more and more frequently now, and reinstating proper usage of condoms.
Proper usage entails:
*Not putting the condom on too tight at the end, and leaving 1.5 cm (3/4 inch) room at the tip for ejaculation. Putting the condom on snug can and often does lead to failure.
*Wearing a condom too loose can defeat the barrier.
*Avoiding inverting, spilling a condom once worn, whether it has ejaculate in it or not, even for a second.
*Avoiding condoms made of substances other than latex or polyurethane, as they don't protect against HIV.
*Avoiding the use of oil based lubricants (or anything with oil in it) with latex condoms, as oil can eat holes into them.
*Using flavored condoms for oral sex only, as the sugar in the flavoring can lead to yeast infections if used to penetrate (the same applies for flavored lubricants, edible body sauces/paints, and edible panties)

2. As of 2006, there were:
650, 000 cases of gonorrhea
3 million cases of chlamydia
70, 000 cases of syphilis
1 million cases of herpes
5.5 million cases of Human Papilloma Virus
120,00 cases of Hepatitis B
5 million cases of trichcomoniasis per 100,000 people reported in the United States.

OVERVIEW OF COMMON STDS/STIS
Human Papilloma Virus: The human papilloma virus is thought to be one of the main causes of cervical cancer. It has also been linked with other types of cancers of the female reproductive system. While HPV can be treated to reduce the signs and symptoms, there is currently no cure for this virus. However, the HPV vaccine has recently been developed to prevent HPV infection.

Herpes Virus: Herpes is another STD that presently has no cure. However, treatment is available and there are a number of things you can do yourself at home to help relieve your genital herpes, as well as natural herpes treatment. Herpes symptoms include blisters or sores that periodically break out on the genitals. Take a look at our FAQs on genital herpes to learn even more about this uncomfortable STD.

Hepatitis: Although there is no cure for those already infected, there is now a Hepatitis B (HBV) vaccine available to prevent the spread of this infection. Many are asymptomatic, however those who do suffer from Hepatitis B symptoms may have many unpleasant discomforts. Even though there is a possibility that the infection will clear up on its own, some people suffer from chronic infections for many years. Treatment is available for chronic sufferers. Other types of hepatitis infections that can be passed through sexual contact include Hepatitis A and Hepatitis C.

HIV/AIDS: One STD that many people are worried about getting is HIV. While new ways of treating this infection can significantly prolong an infected person's life, for far too many people this infection eventually progresses to AIDS and, ulitmately, death. More than 40 million people worldwide are infected with the HIV virus; women account for 50% of those infected. Recently, studies have found a link between the use of hormonal birth control and HIV. In the US, African Americans account for a disproportionate number of HIV cases. Many people may not realize they are infected, as the HIV virus is often asymptomatic for the first few years. HIV testing is the only sure way to know if you are infected. However, you can take steps to help prevent the infection. Find out about a new method that could prevent an HIV infection in women using the cervical cap and microbicides.

Syphilis: Throughout history, cases of syphilis have been recorded. While this STD has not always been effectively dealt with, nowadays, syphilis can easily be treated and cured. However, as history has shown, without treatment, syphilis symptoms can progress and affect the nervous system and brain leading to dementia and even death.

Trichomoniasis: Trichomoniasis is one of the most common, curable STDs out there. However, symptoms of trich may be mistaken for a yeast infection causing a women to use the wrong type of treatment for her vaginal discharge.

Common Infections: Chlamydia and gonorrhea often infect a person at the same time. Although the symptoms of chlamydia are different from gonorrhea symptoms, it is not unusual for a person to be asymptomatic. If you are testing for chlamydia, it may be a good idea to also test for gonorrhea at the same time. Both STDs can be cured but can also do damage to your reproductive system if left untreated. Chlamydia can also be spread to the throat by oral sex. If you have the virus on your hand and you touch your face, it can also be spread to the eyes. ORAL SEX: If you perform oral sex on a person who has genital gonorrhea, you can get the infection in the back of your throat. You may notice a sore throat and a pus-like discharge. See your doctor.

Gonorrhea from ANAL SEX may have some discharge, itching and burning, but most of the time it is not diagnosed and treated. If you notice symptoms, see a doctor.


Pubic Lice: A very common STD, crabs are very similar to head lice. While the itchy symptoms can be hard to miss, treatment for pubic lice can easily take care of the discomfort these pests can cause.

Rare Infections: Some STDs, like granuloma inguinale and chancroid, are not so well known in North America, but that doesn't mean your not at risk of contracting these infections. Other lesser-talked about STDs include nongonococcal urethritis, molluscum contagiosum, and lymphogranuloma venereum.
Make No Mistake: Sometimes STD symptoms can be confused with mononucleosis. Characterized by a fever, sore throat, and extreme weakness, mono is a viral infection that needs to be treated right away. If you think you have the illness, seek mono treatment.


And as a bonus...Kegel Exercises
Kegel exercises (pronounced "kaygel") are a series of simple exercises you can do anywhere, any time. Stuck in traffic? TV too boring? Just start Kegel-ing! You will not regret it, especially if you are pregnant, just had a baby, if you have had lower abdominal surgery, if you want to spice up your sex life, or if you are a male and experiencing Erectile Dysfunction or you just want to last longer - Kegels will help.

Our pubococcygeal muscles (P.C.) act like a sling, suspended from our pubic bone in front to coccyx or tailbone in back. These muscles support all your pelvic organs, bladder, uterus, and bowel. Sphincters are rings of muscle that circle your anus, your bladder, and the vagina.

As a result of pregnancy, surgery, menopause, bladder infections, or simply aging, muscle tone decreases. And you know that old expression - if you don't use it, you lose it!

So, you may laugh, cough, do aerobic exercises, and you spurt small amounts of urine - very embarrassing. Or you may be stuck in traffic, get home, put your key in the lock, and suddenly, you've gotta pee - like, now! You crotch-clutch and dribble in your rush to the bathroom. You've got a problem.

Before you go to the doctor for treatment for incontinence or resort to adult diapers, you can take charge with Kegels. There is an easy way to tell which muscles you should exercise - try to stop the flow of urine when urinating. If you can stop the flow when tightening your PC muscles, you will know that you are contracting the correct muscles. (Although this is a good check for accurate Kegel technique, it is not recommended that you regularly perform these contractions while urinating.)

Here are some exercises that are helpful:

Sit on a hard chair; lean forward and tighten all your sphincter muscles, anal, vaginal, and urethral, in succession, front to back; hold the squeeze for one or two seconds; release, then contract from back to front.

If you are in a line-up at the store, you can squeeze all your PC muscles and lift up. You will notice that when you do this, you tuck in your tailbone and tighten your abdominal muscles at the same time. That's a good thing. Now, gradually release the muscles slowly, one by one.

Here's one they call The Flutter. You contract all the PC muscles quickly, and then release repeatedly.

Another one: Squeeze your PC muscles briefly for a count of five; hold; then squeeze harder, and hold for another five seconds; then squeeze as hard as possible and hold again for a count of five. Then, slowly reverse the process, releasing a little, holding for five, repeat, until your muscles relax completely.

As with any exercise program, start gradually. When your muscles begin to strengthen, increase the number of Kegels you do every day and the length of time you hold each contraction.

By making Kegel exercises part of your daily routine, you will improve urinary control (both women and men), as well as vaginal tone. In males, the additional blood-flow to the genitals due to exercising also helps with erections

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