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Bumps in the genital area might be STDs, but are usually not serious. Treatment is usually for possible infection or to manage symptoms.


A list of national and international resources and hotlines to help connect you to needed health and medical services.


Herpes sores blister, then burst, ooze, they may scab, and will then heal. Sores may be confused with acne, fungal infections, and ingrown hairs.


The CDC recommends that everyone test at least once, and you should test more often if you have multiple sex partners or use needles for drug use.


STDs aren't transmitted through clothing. Fabric is a barrier to germs. STDs need unclothed, genital skin-to-skin contact or penetration to transmit.


STDs can't be transmitted by casual contact, like hugging. Some infections can be considered STDs, but are also transmitted non-sexually.


Can I get HIV from surfaces, like toilet seats, doorknobs, shared drinks or pools? How long can HIV live outside the human body, or it's host?


Can you get HIV from casual contact, like hugging, touching, sharing drinks or kissing? How DO you get HIV?


Post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) is short-term antiretroviral medication that may help prevent HIV infection if taken shortly after exposure.


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