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Test Your Sexual Health Knowledge
Many sexually transmitted diseases do not have obvious symptoms and have an incubation period. Patients may unknowingly transmit STDs to their partners, affecting their intimate relationships.
1. Why should you get tested for STDs and HIV/AIDS?
Many sexually transmitted diseases do not have obvious symptoms and have an incubation period. Patients may unknowingly transmit STDs to their partners, affecting their intimate relationships. If STDs are left untreated after infection, they can lead to various complications or cause permanent damage to the body (e.g., damage to the prostate and testes, heart, eyes, or central nervous system, etc.). Therefore, individuals suspected of infection should actively consider early testing, seek professional treatment, and not avoid medical help to reduce the chances of widespread transmission of STDs and HIV/AIDS.
2.Can you get an STD through masturbation?
Masturbation is actually a low-risk behaviour; however, STDs such as genital warts/venereal warts and herpes can still be transmitted through skin contact.
3. If I've only engaged in oral sex, is there a risk of contracting an STD?
STDs can potentially be transmitted during oral sex; chlamydia and gonorrhoea are commonly contracted through the mouth. To reduce the risk of contracting these STDs, safe sexual practices should be followed during oral sex. Assess the risks to understand the relevant dangers.
Like many diseases, early diagnosis and prompt treatment can prevent the condition from worsening. If you suspect you may have an STD, it is important to proactively request testing as soon as possible. Schedule a "rapid test" appointment - this service is free and anonymous, and all information is kept strictly confidential.
4. Can HIV/AIDS be transmitted through normal social contact?
HIV is mainly transmitted through sexual contact (including oral and anal sex), blood contact, sharing needles, syringes, and mother-to-child transmission. Therefore, normal social contact (such as shaking hands, sharing meals, swimming in public pools, riding public buses, etc.) does not transmit HIV.
5. If I have no symptoms, does it mean I don't have an STD and don't need to get tested?
6. If a couple, both without HIV/AIDS or STDs, do they need to use condoms?
Some STDs do not have obvious symptoms, and the incubation periods for different STDs vary. Even engaging in unsafe sexual behaviour with a regular partner can still lead to infection.
7. If I suspect I have an STD, can I buy medication and treat myself?
Do not randomly take medication to treat STDs. Taking inappropriate medication can harm the body and delay recovery. If you notice symptoms, it is recommended to consult a doctor for professional advice and treatment as soon as possible.
8. I have many questions about STDs and would like help, but I'm afraid of feeling embarrassed. What should I do?
Modern medicine indicates that most STDs can be cured or managed effectively. If you suspect an STD infection, it is recommended to seek medical attention early. The professional knowledge of doctors and healthcare providers can help patients receive the most appropriate treatment. Personal information and medical records are protected by privacy laws, so do not avoid seeking medical help out of fear of embarrassment. If you have any questions related to STDs, feel free to contact us at 31889024 for inquiries.
9. Modes of Transmission
Sexual Contact
During oral, vaginal, or anal sex, STDs and HIV can be transmitted to sexual partners.
Bloodborne Transmission
Sharing needles and coming into contact with blood or blood products contaminated with the virus can transmit STDs and HIV.
Mother-to-Child Transmission
Pregnant women can transmit STDs/HIV to their babies during pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding.
The following situations are not common modes of transmission for STDs/HIV viruses:
Mosquito/insect bites
Casual social contact (handshakes, hugs, dining together, etc.)
Sharing the same restroom and swimming pool
Contact with someone else's saliva
Washing clothes together (Note: If you have pubic lice, the patient's underwear should not be washed with other people's clothes)
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