Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)

Anomalies and Curiosities of Medicine
by George M. Gould, M.D., Walter L. Pyle, M.D.
Heretofore the best evidence has seemed to prove that syphilis had its origin in 1494, during the siege of Naples by Charles VIII of France; but in later days many investigators, prominent among them Buret, have stated that there is distinct evidence

Women's Wild Oats: Essays on the Re-fixing of Moral Standards
by C. Gasquoine Hartley
Many observers point out an increase in loose conduct during the war. In that period there were established large camps of soldiers in lonely places, who were freed from the neighbor's eye: women also were withdrawn in large numbers from the influences

Trichomonas Infection
by CDC
Trichomonas vaginalis is a microscopic parasite found worldwide. Infection with Trichomonas is called trichomoniasis (trick-oh-moe-nye-uh-sis). Trichomoniasis is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases, mainly affecting sexually active women.

Syphilis: Health Effects, Risks
by Health Canada
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted bacterial infection that was rare in Canada five years ago. However, infection rates are now on the rise. These rising rates are an indication that people are not consistently using safer sex methods.

Lymphogranuloma Venereum (LGV)
by Health Canada
Lymphogranuloma venereum (LGV) is a previously rare sexually transmitted infection (STI) in Canada, which has recently re-emerged. If left untreated, LGV can lead to painful health problems, and in rare cases, genital mutilation and death.

Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Symptoms and Health Risks
by Health Canada
HPV is likely one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in Canada. It is estimated that 75 percent of Canadians will have at least one HPV infection in their lifetime. Some types of HPV can cause genital warts while other types can

Genital Herpes Symptoms and Health Risks
by Health Canada
Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) that can cause painful sores on and around the genital area. There is no cure for the condition, but medication can help ease symptoms.

Gonorrhea
by Health Canada
Gonorrhea, a sexually transmitted infection (STI) that can cause sterility, is on the rise and growing dangerously resistant to antibiotics. Gonorrhea is a bacterial infection (commonly known as 'the clap') that is transmitted through oral, genital

Sexually Transmitted Diseases for Women
by Women's Health Information Center
The United States has the highest rates of STDs in the industrialized world. In the United States alone, an estimated 15.3 million new cases of STDs are reported each year. Women suffer more frequent and more serious complications from STDs than men.

Diagnosing Genital Herpes, The Emotional Impact
by Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Herpes can be detected by a viral culture of a lesion, if one is present, or a blood test. Ashley recommends both methods. With a viral culture, a doctor swabs a lesion to pick up cells, puts the swab in a special solution, and sends it to a lab

Genital Herpes : Transmission and Prevention, Treatment
by Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
In many instances, people with genital herpes know the virus is active because they have symptoms, such as lesions. But this isn't always the case. The herpes virus can become active without causing symptoms.

Genital Herpes: What is Genital Herpes?
by Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Genital herpes can be physically painful and emotionally debilitating. One out of five Americans ages 12 and older has genital herpes. Find out about how you can be tested for herpes and drugs that help control outbreaks.

Condoms and Chlamydia, Should You Get Tested?
by Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
The only sure-fire way to avoid getting chlamydia and other sexually transmitted diseases is by abstaining from sex or being in a mutually monogamous relationship with an uninfected partner.

Chlamydia: Simple Screening and Treatment
by Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Chlamydia, the most common sexually transmitted disease in the United States, can be cured in one dose with a newly approved drug. Caused by the Chlamydia trachomatis bacteria and transmitted during vaginal, oral or anal sexual contact with an infected

Teens: Preventing STDs
by Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Sexually transmitted diseases, including infection with the virus that causes AIDS, are on the upswing among American teenagers. Not having sex is the only sure way to keep from getting an STD.

Latex Condoms and Risks of STDs
by Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
With sexually transmitted diseases, infection is not always apparent. If you're not sure about yourself or your partner, the wisest course is not to have sex. But if you do, be sure to use a latex condom labeled for disease prevention from start to finish

HPV and Cervical Cancer
by National Cancer Institute
Cervical infections due to a group of about 15 oncogenic, or cancer-causing, human papillomavirus (HPV) types cause virtually all cervical cancers. They also are the cause of their immediate precursor, cervical intraepithelial neoplasia grade 3 (CIN3)

Cervical Cancer Virus Vaccine Lasts Four Years
by National Cancer Institute
An experimental vaccine that protects against two types of a virus that can cause cervical cancer remained highly effective for up to 4.5 years and caused very few adverse effects, an international team of researchers reports.

HPV Vaccine
by National Cancer Institute
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted virus in the United States. At least 70 percent of sexually active persons will be infected with genital HPV at some time in their lives. HPV infects both men and women.

HPV
by CDC
At least of 50% sexually active people will get genital HPV. Most won't know they have it. Learn about this common virus. Genital human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted virus in the United States.