You generally cannot safely cure an STD without medical care
Do not try to self-treat with random antibiotics or leftover medicine
Stop sexual activity until you are tested and treated
Get an STI/STD test as soon as possible
Use condoms or dental dams to reduce spread
Tell recent sexual partners so they can get tested
Follow the full treatment exactly if a clinician prescribes it
Avoid alcohol and drugs if they interfere with getting care
Seek urgent care immediately for severe pain, fever, rash, sores, discharge, testicle pain, pelvic pain, or pregnancy
If privacy is the issue, use a confidential sexual health clinic, telehealth, or public health clinic
If you think you were exposed to HIV, get emergency care right away for post-exposure prophylaxis within 72 hours
