STIs

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There has been a significant rise in the number of reported cases of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in the UK since the 1990s. An increase of 399,738 new diagnoses was reported in 2008 and cases of chlamydia, the most common sexually transmitted infection, have tripled between 1995 and 2005. STIs can spread easily from one person to another through unprotected intimate contact. The greatest affected age group is 16-24 year olds, who account for more than half of all STI cases diagnosed in the UK.

STIs are a serious health problem. If left untreated, STIs can cause permanent damage and even infertility. Some STIs do not have any clear symptoms, so you could be infected without even knowing it. If you have had unprotected sex or are experiencing any noticeable symptoms, then you should take an STI test to be sure that you are not infected and that you are not at risk of transferring the infection to someone else.

How are STIs spread?

Most STIs are spread through unprotected sexual intercourse. However, it is important to remember that this is not the only way to contract an STI. Some STIs, like genital herpes, can be passed on through skin contact with an infected area or sore. This means that you can catch an STI from anal or oral sex too, because STIs can make their way into your body through tiny cuts or tears on the skin's surface.

Some of the factors that increase a person's chance of getting an STI are:

  • Unprotected sex: Condoms are the only type of birth control contraceptive that protects against STIs. Diaphragms, spermicides and other birth control methods do not protect against infection.
  • Sexual activity at a young age: The younger a person starts having sex, the greater their chance of becoming infected with an STI.
  • Multiple sexual partners: If you have intimate sexual contact, in any form, with many different partners, you are at a greater risk of contracting an STI.

What STIs are there?

STIs are usually either viral or bacterial infections. Bacterial infections, such as chlamydia and gonorrhoea, are easily treated. Viral infections, such as genital herpes and genital warts, can be incurable and you could suffer recurrent symptoms throughout your life.

HealthExpress is able to offer treatment for the following STIs:

  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhoea
  • Genital Herpes
  • Genital Warts
  • Trichomonas Vaginalis
  • Ureaplasma Urealyticum
  • Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)
  • Mycoplasma Genitalium
  • Non-specific Urethritis

What are the common symptoms of an STI?

Most STIs can be present without showing any apparent symptoms. However, if you do experience symptoms, you could experience:

  • Unusual discharge from the penis, vagina or anus
  • Pain during sex
  • Bleeding after sex or between periods
  • Pain on passing urine, or the need to urinate more often
  • Infection in the rectum or throat
  • Blisters, sores, warts, irritation, rashes or itching near the genitals or anus
  • Pelvic or lower abdominal pain

Preventing STIs

While the only way to prevent definitively against all STIs is to abstain from sex altogether, the safest thing you can do is to use a condom whenever you are having sex.

Regular testing is recommended if you are having regular sexual intercourse, particularly if you often have sexual contact with different partners. Regular gynaecological or male genital examinations will also help to make sure that any infection is diagnosed and treated quickly.

Treating STIs

Fortunately, most STIs can be easily treated with a simple course of antibiotics. If you have an infection, you can apply for a prescription treatment after taking a short online consultation. If one of our doctors approves you for a prescription, they will recommend suitable treatments for you. All treatments are then delivered from our pharmacy with free next-day delivery.

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