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What Are the First Signs of HIV?
The first signs of HIV, called Acute Retroviral Syndrome (ARS), may feel like the flu, with body aches and a fever. It can last a up to a few weeks.


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


Can I Get Any STDs Through Clothing?
STDs aren't transmitted through clothing. Fabric is a barrier to germs. STDs need unclothed, genital skin-to-skin contact or penetration to transmit.


How Bad Does It Hurt to Pee With Chlamydia?
Chlamydia is an sexually transmitted infection (STI) that often has no symptoms, but must be treated to prevent serious complications.


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


Do Condoms Really Protect Against HIV?
Condoms, when used correctly and consistently, are the most effective way to prevent HIV and STDs.


How Do You Get Genital Herpes?
Genital herpes can spread through direct, unclothed, skin-to-skin contact, including oral, vaginal and anal sex.


Should I Take PrEP for HIV?
Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is medication that people who are at risk of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) may take to prevent infection.


How Do You Get Rid of Bumps on Your Pubic Area?
Bumps in the genital area might be STDs, but are usually not serious. Treatment is usually for possible infection or to manage symptoms.


Can I Get HIV From Surfaces?
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?


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