Chlamydia: A common sexually transmitted infection that may not cause

symptoms.Chlamydia affects people of all ages but is most common in young

women.Many who have chlamydia don't develop symptoms, but they can still infect
others through sexual contact.

Symptoms: They are often mild or absent but, if there are symptoms, they are burning
during urinaTion, Itching At The Opening Of The Penis, And A Watery Discharge From
The Penis. Rectal And Oral Infections May also occur.

Diagnosis: It can be diagnosed by taking a urine test.

Gonorrhea:A sexually transmitted bacterial infection that, if untreated, may cause

infertility. Regular screening can help detect instances when an infection is present
despite having no symptoms

Symptoms:Symptoms include painful urination and abnormal discharge from the penis
or vagina. Men may experience testicular pain and women may experience pain in the
lower belly. In some cases, gonorrhea has no symptoms.

Treatment: Gonorrhea can be treated with antibiotics.

Syphilis: A bacterial infection usually spread by sexual contact that starts as a painless
sore. Syphilis develops in stages, and symptoms vary with each stage.

Symptoms: The first stage involves a painless sore on the genitals, rectum, or mouth.
After the initial sore heals, the second stage is characterized by a rash, there are no
symptoms until the final stage which may occur years later. This final stage can result in
damage to the brain, nerves, eyes, or heart.
Treatment: Syphilis is treated with penicillin. Sexual partners should also be treated.

Trichomoniasis: Trichomoniasis is among the most common sexually transmitted

infections. Risk factors include multiple sexual partners and not using condoms during
sex.

Symptoms: Trichomoniasis causes a foul-smelling vaginal discharge, genital itching,

and painful urination in women. Men typically have no symptoms. Complications
include a risk of premature delivery for pregnant women.

Treatment:Treatment involves both partners taking one large dose of a certain oral
antibiotic.

Genital Herpes: A common sexually transmitted infection marked by genital pain and
sores. Caused by the herpes simplex virus, the disease can affect both men and
women.

Symptoms: Pain, itching, and small sores appear first. They form ulcers and scabs. After
initial infection, genital herpes lies dormant in the body. Symptoms can recur for years.

Treatment:Medications can be used to manage outbreaks.

HPV: An infection that causes warts in various parts of the body, depending on the
strain. Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection
(STI).
Symptoms: Many people with HPV don't develop any symptoms but can still infect
others through sexual contact. Symptoms may include warts on the genitals or
surrounding skin.

Treatment:There's no cure for the virus and warts may go away on their own. Treatment
focuses on removing the warts. A vaccine that prevents the HPV strains most likely to
cause genital warts and cervical cancer is recommended for boys and girls.