This guest post was written by Elissa White, an STI/STD testing counselor at getSTDtested.com. As an STI/STD testing counselor at getSTDtested.com, some might argue it’s a profession worthy of an episode of Discovery Channel’s ‘Dirty Jobs’. Being an STI/STD testing counselor is certainly not for the faint of heart, whether I’m serving as a shoulder to cry on or I’m […]
STI/STD List for People with Vulvas/Vaginas – Common STDs in Women*
Below you’ll find an STI/STD list of STIs/STDs commonly found in women* and those less common in women based on percentage of cases each year, type of infection, and location of infection, as well as how the infection is transmitted. You can also see the full STI/STD List in alphabetical order with links to detailed symptoms, […]
STI/STD List for People with Penises – Common STDs in Men*
Below you’ll find an STI/STD list of STIs/STDs commonly found in men* and those less common in men based on percentage of cases each year, type of infection and location of infection, as well as how the infection is transmitted. You can also see the full STI/STD List in alphabetical order with links to detailed symptoms, test, […]
Mononucleosis (‘Mono’) – An Epstein-Barr Virus Infection
How do you get Mononucleosis/How can you get Mononucleosis? Mononucleosis Causes: Mononucleosis (“Mono”) is a general infection caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) but can also be caused by other organisms such as cytomegalovirus (CMV). In the United States, about 50% of all children 5 years of age and nearly 95% of adults have had an […]
Molluscum Contagiosum – An STI/STD Affecting the Skin
How do you get Molluscum Contagiosum/How can you get Molluscum Contagiosum? Molluscum Contagiosum Causes: Molluscum contagiosum is caused by a virus that is a member of the poxvirus family. The virus may be sexually transmitted by skin-to-skin contact (does not have to be mucous membranes) and/or lesions. Transmission through sexual contact is the most common form […]
Lymphogranuloma Venereum – LGV – A Chronic Long-term STD
How do you get LGV/How can you get LGV? Lymphogranuloma Venereum Causes: LGV (Lymphogranuloma venereum) is a is a chronic (long-term) sexually transmitted infection of the lymphatic system caused by three strains of the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis. The infection is not caused by the same bacteria that cause genital chlamydia. Lymphogranuloma venereum is passed from person to person through direct contact with […]
Intestinal Parasites – Transmitted by Nonsexual and Intimate Contact
How do you get Intestinal Parasites/How can you get it? Intestinal Parasites Causes: Intestinal parasites are microscopic, one-cell animals called protozoa. They infect the intestines. They are often transmitted by contaminated food and water and during nonsexual, intimate contact. They may also be transmitted sexually. They are most common in places with poor hygiene and sanitation. These […]
HPV – Human Papillomavirus (Genital Warts and Cervical Cancer)
How do you get HPV/How can you get it? HPV Causes: There are more than 70 types of HPV (human papillomavirus) and about 30 of them can be transmitted through sexual contact. Most people who have human papillomavirus do not develop symptoms or health problems from it. Some types of human papillomavirus cause warts to appear […]
