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A Sexually Transmitted Disease or STD is transmitted by means of sexual contact and sexual intercourse. These diseases are caused by parasites, virus or bacteria. Usually, STDs are preventable provided you make the right choices concerning your sexual health. Refraining from sex isn t a feasible idea at all. But fortunately there are alternatives too to curb the menace that STDs are:

Abstain. The most effective way to avoid STIs is to abstain from sex.
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Last Updated: 5 years ago • Featured Quiz
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Sexologist•Bangalore
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You can get HIV from getting a tattoo or a body piercing. True or false? Take this quiz to find out.
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Homeopath•Hyderabad
What Is Cystitis?

Cystitis usually occurs when the urethra and bladder, which are normally sterile, or microbe-free, become infected with bacteria.
Bacteria fasten to the lining of the bladder and cause the area to become irritated and inflamed.
Cystitis affects people of both sexes and all ages. It is more common among females than males because women have shorter urethras.
Cystitis signs and symptoms :

A strong, persistent urge to urinate
A burning sensation w...more
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Last Updated: 6 years ago• Featured Tip
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MBBS, DNB, DGO, CCGDM

Gynaecologist•Mumbai
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Bacterial vaginosis is a condition which is characterized by an infection in the vagina. The vagina consists of both good and bad bacteria which remain in a state of balance. Bacterial vaginosis occurs when the balance of bacteria in the vagina gets disrupted. The count of bad bacteria in the vagina tends to increase as compared to the count of good bacteria.

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It occurs when the balance of bacteria in the vagina is upset. There are certain factors that may make you prone...more
Last Updated: 7 years ago• Featured Tip
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Gynaecologist•Chennai
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Bacterial vaginosis is an infection that occurs in the vagina due to an imbalance in growth of the vaginal bacteria; It is the overgrowth in the naturally occurring bacteria in the vagina causes the imbalance. This disorder is very common among women, especially among pregnant women. This problem is usually not very serious and tends to subside within 4-5 days. However, in certain cases, they are capable of causing serious complications.

Symptoms of bacterial vaginosis include:

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Last Updated: 7 years ago• Featured Tip
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MD - Physician

Sexologist•Coimbatore
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As many as 75% of infections in women and 50% of infections in men have no symptoms associated with the Chlamydia whatsoever. Chlamydia is a type of STI. STIs are sexually transmitted infections or diseases. It is extremely common due to the ease with which it spreads. Also, the fact that there are often no symptoms associated with Chlamydia makes it even harder to diagnose and deal with. However, there may be a few observable symptoms such as:

Symptoms in men:

1. There is a li...more
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MD - General Medicine

Sexologist•Nashik
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Sharing small joys of life with pleasure is important and satisfying the needs of your partner is even more important. Oral sex can be a satisfying experience if it is mutually well received and enjoyed. According to observations made on the basis of surveys, both males and females like oral sex as a part of foreplay, but would rather prefer to end a sexual activity in intercourse.

Women have been found to enjoy cunnilingus, but they tend to accustom themselves to the practice of fella...more
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Urologist•Bangalore
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If you are experiencing pain in urination along with a burning sensation, a health condition known as dysuria is indicated. This condition is usually common in women and men alike. However, older men are more prone to face this problem. Pain during urination may occur because of various reasons. The most common causes are as follows:
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Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common cause of painful urination. Infections may occur in any part of your urinary tract, such as in ...more
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Sexologist•Delhi
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Are you aware of the different consequences that may occur if you have multiple sexual partners? The more sexual partners you have, the risks of you getting an STI or sexually transmitted infection are enhanced. These infections are hard to treat, especially in patients with HIV. Until the infection is treated, your viral load may get pushed up. This makes it more likely that many people pass on the HIV virus by having unprotected sex.

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Last Updated: 8 years ago• Featured Tip
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Sexologist•Chennai
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Here are 5 ways to take care of your penis

Shares a few tips so you know how to take care of your penis to prevent major issues.

Taking good care of your penis will not only keep it clean, it will also prevent your likelihood of testicular cancer and other penis-related issues.


1. Clean up: your penis should be cleaned daily. So should your bottom and the area in between, called the perineum. Use a mild soap as these areas can be sensitive.


2. Examin...more
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