Pubic lice, also known as crabs, are small parasites that are usually found on the pubic hair. Symptoms of crabs can be bothersome, but in general crabs don't cause anything more than discomfort and inconvenience.
Infertility can stem from factors affecting both men and women. Sometimes, these are related to sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Learn more out the impact of STIs on fertility.
You can get a UTI from sex, but it’s not what you think. Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are not sexually transmitted infections (STIs). They’re not considered contagious. And yet, they can be a result of sex.
ASHA has declared September 30 as National Get Tested Day—a day to raise awareness about the importance of getting tested for sexually transmitted infections.
How are STIs transmitted? When should someone be tested? A national survey from the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center finds many in the U.S. struggle when answering those questions.
One important prevention tool against sexually transmitted infections is vaccination. Currently, vaccines are available to protect against infection with HPV, hepatitis A and hepatitis B.
