Archive for April, 2008

Is STD Terminal ?

In dealing with sexually transmitted diseases (STD), one of the best things that can help is the elimination of worry. Panic and worry are immediate human responses, which eventually do not help in resolving the problem. Also, to battle an STD, one needs to be well-informed and aware of these diseases, their symptoms, possible [...]

Hope for STD: Medical Breakthroughs Part II

AIDS and HIV are the deadliest STD in the world, infecting millions every year. Those who have acquired these diseases are aware of the fact that a cure has not yet been found. But since no physical cure has been established, researchers turn to finding a cure for the mental side effects of the [...]

Hope for STD: Medical Breakthroughs Part I

Sexually transmitted diseases (STD) are one of the leading causes of death around the world, as they can victimize children, men, and women. The prevalence of these diseases are high in developing countries, especially in areas where medical treatments are limited. Many nations in Southeast Asia, South America, and Africa, have high incidences of STD. [...]

Safe Sex Can Save Your Life Part II

Safe sex involves the use of protection whenever genitals come in contact. Female and male condoms can be used, as they provide a barrier from the possible exchange of infected body fluids. Anal sex and oral sex is unadvised, unless the use of protection is observed. A lot of bacteria are present in the [...]

Safe Sex Can Save Your Life Part I

In a world where almost anything can cause disease, one of the best methods of staying healthy requires the knowledge and understanding of health risks. Health risks are present in the air we breathe, the types of food we consume, or occupations, and especially the people we interact with. The foremost issues that are [...]

Understanding STD and Pregnancy

The worldwide statistics for sexually transmitted diseases (STD) are increasing every year. The number of new infections and STD-related deaths per year reach hundreds of thousands to millions in all regions of the world. Whenever and wherever unsafe sex is practiced, women and men are both likely victims for infections, diseases, and even [...]

Common Female STD

In society, we often say that men and women are equal. But when it comes to sexually transmitted diseases (STD), there are certain conditions that only women worry about. Some of these STD’s even progress into severe cases, causing infertility, cancer, and even death to millions of women. In some cases, [...]

STD’s and Their Modes of Transmission Part II

Many people are alarmed about kissing a person with an STD. Doctors say that the chances of getting bacterial infections or HIV and AIDS from kissing is very rare to none. When a person has cold sores or blisters in his mouth, oral herpes may be transmitted to the other person through [...]

STD’s and Their Modes of Transmission Part I

Sexually transmitted diseases (STD) are among the leading causes of deaths in many countries. These conditions afflict people from all cultures and ages, with the number of victims increasing every year. Though it can be prevented through safe sex practices, most people don’t believe STD’s are a cause of alarm. In reality, many of the [...]

Symptoms of STD Part II

Genital herpes is caused by a viral infection, usually transmitted through oral or genital sex. It is characterized by blisters or sores in the mouth, penis, or vagina of the victim.
Skin irritations can also spread to the thighs and buttocks, and the blisters eventually rupture, releasing fluid and leaving scabs.