While not usually regarded as a curable STI, bacterial vaginosis is common among women presenting with vaginal discharge and linked to reproductive sequelae and enhanced HIV transmission.

This amounts to more than 376 million new cases annually of four infections - chlamydia, gonorrhea, trichomoniasis, and syphilis. “We’re seeing a concerning lack of progress in stopping the ...

It's possible, but rare, to pass chlamydia to the throat through an act of oral sex with an infected man. Symptoms usually show up one to three weeks after infection, if they appear at all.

Experts don’t know for sure what causes ovarian cancer, but recent research has found a strong connection between chlamydia, a sexually transmitted infection (STI), and ovarian cancer.

The CDC urges prevention and testing to help stop the spread of STIs. Chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis are all curable if caught early and given the right treatment.

# Dr Forbes outlined the symptoms of common STIs, emphasising that some people may have no symptoms, making regular screening essential. Chlamydia symptoms include pain during urination, abnormal ...

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), also known as sexually transmitted infections (STIs) or venereal diseases, are infections spread primarily through ...

It’s a very serious infection.” Chlamydia and many other STIs are curable with proper treatment. Dr Forbes outlined the symptoms of common STIs, emphasising that some people may have no ...