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What is gonorrhoea? Gonorrhoea is a sexually transmitted infection caused by bacteria. Common symptoms include genital discharge, pain when urinating and eye infections. Many patients can have no symptoms. Infection spreads through unprotected sex and sexual contact. Gonorrhoea is treated effectively with antibiotics. It is important to get treated and...
Mụn cóc sinh dục
What is genital warts? Genital warts, or Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), is a sexually transmitted infection caused by strains of the human papillomavirus. The disease spreads through unprotected sex. Symptoms include small bumps on the genitals which can cause pain, discomfort and itching. Treatment helps to get rid of symptoms...
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What is sexual health screening? Sexual health screening is testing for one or more sexually transmitted infections (STIs). You might need a screening test if your GP thinks there’s a risk you could have an STI. Not all STIs have symptoms. So, even if you’re feeling well, it’s important to...
Người trưởng thành chuyển giới
What is being transgender? When you’re born, you are given a gender based on what you look like. This is written on your birth certificate. Some people grow up feeling like the gender they are given doesn’t match who they truly are on the inside. If you identify as a...
Nhiễm trùng trichomonas
What is trichomoniasis? Trichomoniasis (also known as trich) is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI). It is caused by a parasite. You can pass on this STI during unprotected sex or from sharing a damp towel. The best way to prevent it is by having safe sex. If you have...
Nhiễm khuẩn Mycoplasma ở bộ phận sinh dục
What is mycoplasma genitalium? Mycoplasma genitalium is caused by bacteria. It can affect the cervix, urethra and rectum. It is a type of sexually transmitted infection (STI). It can be spread by having sex without a condom. Many people have no symptoms. If you have a vagina, you may notice...
Tránh thai khẩn cấp
What is emergency contraception? Emergency contraception is used to reduce the risk of pregnancy after unprotected sex. It is made for women. It usually comes in the form of a pill. This is sometimes called 'the morning after pill' or 'plan B'. There are two types of pill. The right...
Sức Khỏe Tình Dục
What is sexual health? Sexual health is an important part of your health and wellbeing. Your physical, mental and emotional health can affect and be affected by your sexual health. Protecting yourself from sexually transmissible infections (STI) is an important part of good sexual health. Having good sexual health includes...
Permanent contraception (Sterilisation)
What is permanent contraception? Permanent contraception stops a person from being able to reproduce. There is an option for people with a uterus and for people with a penis. Both options work more than 99% of the time and involve a short hospital stay. Tubal ligation (for people with a...
Đau vùng chậu cấp tính ở phụ nữ
What is acute pelvic pain? Acute pelvic pain is soreness that’s felt in your lower stomach area. The pain may feel short, sharp, dull or fiery. It can be ongoing, or occasional. You might also notice bloating, nausea and other symptoms. Acute pelvic pain can be mild or serious and...