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


Discharge may not be normal, and could mean an infection or an STD, especially with burning, pain, itching or urinary frequency.


Genital herpes can spread through direct, unclothed, skin-to-skin contact, including oral, vaginal and anal sex.


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


Syphilis is an STD that is transmitted by oral, genital and anal sex. Condoms greatly reduce the chances of transmission, but do not eliminate them.


Chlamydia is an sexually transmitted infection (STI) that often has no symptoms, but must be treated to prevent serious complications.


STIs are the most common cause of genital sores, but allergic reactions, autoimmune disorders, fungal infections and many other conditions may, too.


Millions of people are diagnosed with at least one sexually transmitted disease (STD), or infection (STI) in the United States each year.


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.


Normal vaginal discharge varies in color, smell, consistency and amount. If there is a change in the discharge, an infection may be present.


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