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Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are infections that you can get from having sex with someone who has the infection. The causes of STDs are bacteria, parasites and viruses. There are more than 20 types of STDs, including
Most STDs affect both men and women, but in many cases the health problems they cause can be more severe for women. If a pregnant woman has an STD, it can cause serious health problems for the baby.
If you have an STD caused by bacteria or parasites, your health care provider can treat it with antibiotics or other medicines. If you have an STD caused by a virus, there is no cure. Sometimes medicines can keep the disease under control. Correct usage of latex condoms greatly reduces, but does not completely eliminate, the risk of catching or spreading STDs.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Alotek - Aloe based topical treatment for sexually transmitted diseases and reproductive system conditions.
Waldon Research - Information about a cream which acts against the viruses which cause these sexually transmitted diseases. Includes medical studies and ordering instructions.
Condomhall - Providing a service for college students, with a message forum and information on sexually transmitted diseases.
Open Door Clinic: Chicago, Illinois - Committed to prevention, testing and treatment of sexually transmitted diseases including HIV/AIDS for residents in far Western suburbs of Chicago, Illinois.
HIV/AIDS and Sexually Transmitted Diseases - Information about Family Health International programs in developing countries to prevent the spread of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), including HIV.
Florida HIV/AIDS Hotline - Resource for information, referrals, and supportive telephone counseling for these, and other sexually transmitted diseases.
A Focus on Infectious Diseases - Information on influenza, infections in children, HIV/AIDS, shingles, sexually transmitted diseases, oral infections, and pelvic infections.
Herpes.Org - Provides information, advice, and support for people with herpes (HSV, HSV1, HSV2) and other sexually transmitted diseases (STD). Features the Herpes Webring, Ask the Doctor, Ask the Counsellor, Top Ten Questions, Herpes Chat, Herpes, and mailing lists.
Sexually Transmitted Diseases - Original, peer-reviewed articles on clinical, laboratory, immunologic, epidemiologic, sociologic, and historical topics pertaining to sexually transmitted diseases and related fields. Table of contents, author guidelines, editorial board and subscription information.
Reproductive and Sexual Health FAQ - Answers to questions asked during educational workshops and in Planned Parenthood of New York City health centers. Topics include abortion, birth control, masturbation, puberty, sexual orientation, and sexually transmitted diseases.