Many associate STDs with visible symptoms like genital warts or discharge. However, many STDs are asymptomatic during the early stages, meaning that they do not show any noticeable symptoms. As such, a person can be infected and not even know it. During this period, the STDs can still be spread from person to person through
Read moreHair loss is often labelled as one of the causing HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) symptoms. However, while HIV is indeed a viral infection that can cause multiple different complications and symptoms, the experience of hair loss may not be one of them. Here’s everything you need to know about the overlapping similarities of HIV and
Read moreSexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are diseases that can be spread through sexual activities with an infected party. Some STDs can be cured while some currently do not have a cure. As such, it is especially important for any sexually active person to know how STDs spread, what they can do to prevent the spread of
Read moreContracting the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is no longer the death sentence that it used to be. Modern antiretroviral therapy can suppress the virus in the body, allowing HIV-positive individuals to live long and fulfilling lives. As such, it is imperative that those who are at risk of infection get tested, such that they can
Read moreSexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are diseases caused by a virus or bacteria that transmit through sexual contact. Because sex can sometimes be a taboo topic among Singaporeans, there may be some myths and misconceptions about STDs that are spread and propagated among the community here. Myths about STDs can be dangerous as the misinformation may
Read moreSexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are diseases that can be transmitted through sexual activities. STDs can cause serious symptoms that cause pain and discomfort. If you are experiencing pain, especially in the genitalia, it is possible that you have contracted an STD. Fortunately, there are medicines and treatments available for those who have contracted STDs. To
Read moreThe Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a sexually transmitted disease that has existed since the 1980s. It was predominantly very common among gay men and spread through unprotected anal and vaginal sex. Today, HIV has taken the lives of 32 million people worldwide and over 2,000 people in Singapore. Because there is currently no cure
Read moreIf you have ever noticed soft growths on your genitals, you may have contracted genital warts. These warts are a sign of the sexually transmitted disease (STD) HPV, or the human papillomavirus. HPV is also noted as the most common of all STDs, and there are multiple types of complications that results from HPV. Fortunately,
Read moreVisiting a clinic is a familiar action. We always do so when we get sick. If we feel ill, we would take a trip to a nearby polyclinic or a General Practitioner (GP) to see the doctor. Afterwards, the doctor would prescribe you treatment or refer you to a specialist if they are unable to
Read moreA condom serves a variety of purposes. Besides acting as a method to prevent pregnancy, a condom is also an important shield that can effectively prevent the transmission of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). But what happens if a condom breaks during sexual intercourse, or if it accidentally slides off? Though such accidents are infrequent, there
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