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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


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


Condoms, when used correctly and consistently, are the most effective way to prevent HIV and STDs.


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