Everything you want to know and are afraid to ask about sexually transmitted diseases

What they are and how they can be differentiated according to their risk and their effect on the body

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You think, "Slowly it does not happen to me", "but, we used prophylactic"," Once, it was only, nothing was done "and other such…

The sexually transmitted diseases, is a taboo subject, however it is a topic that should concern all sexually active people.

For example, the statistics for human papillomavirus infection, known as HPV, are relentless and we should not be complacent. It is the most easily transmitted sexually transmitted disease.

Infection with high-risk HPV subtypes is the leading cause of developing squamous cell carcinoma of the cervix. Also, even low-risk strains can develop warts in the anus and genitals, as well as respiratory papillomas.

It is estimated that 3 in 4 adults have been carriers of HPV for some time in their lives. In Greece it is estimated that about 6-8% of women are carriers. Of course, the real number can be much higher, considering that most women do not get a Pap test and feel obligated to talk openly about "diseases acquired from sexual partners".

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But let's see in detail what are Sexually Transmitted Diseases?

STDs can be divided, depending on their risk and their effect on the body, into:

1. Dangerous for life, if there is no immediate diagnosis and treatment:

  • HIV (AIDS)
  • Hepatitis B & C
  • Syphilis

2. Potentially dangerous in the long run:

  • HPV
  • Gonorrhea

3. Harmful to fertility:

Ureacreature

Mycoplasma

Chlamyfor

4. Annoying and aggravating for the immune system:

  • Herpes
  • Common germs - Fungi - Hair follicles

How are the diseases described above transmitted?

  • Hepatitis B: transmitted very easily, even with an erotic kiss. Early diagnosis is necessary to take appropriate precautionary measures and vaccination, as well as regular check-ups.
  • Hepatitis C: more difficult to transmit, but progresses to a chronic infection and is extremely dangerous for the development of fatal liver cirrhosis or liver cancer.
  • Human Immunodeficiency Virus HIV: an infection that develops AIDS and is transmitted through the exchange of body fluids through mucous membranes. (Its early detection is extremely important for the timely medical treatment of the infection and its transition to chronic inactive disease).
  • HPV, Ureaplasma, Mycoplasma, Chlamydia, Herpes, Common germs - Fungi - Hair follicles: They are transmitted through sexual intercourse, while the use of a condom does not guarantee their non-transmission.

If the presence of untreated symptoms persists, you risk transmitting the disease to new sexual partners, immune disorders, health risk (cervical cancer), deterioration in quality of life, infertility or infertility, but also the positive outcome in future pregnancies.

It's good to do examination, from the first moment of doubt or suspicion, unusual findings or discomfort.

Responsible adults have a responsibility to maintain good health, to be informed, to be protected and to be examined regularly, with confidence in their doctor.

Inform, guard, examine, protect your partner and enjoy only the benefits of the act of love.

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