How to Know if You Have Sexually Transmitted Infections?

Get tested, because many sexually transmitted infections have no symptoms

Watch for unusual discharge from the vagina, penis, or rectum

Watch for burning or pain when urinating

Watch for sores, blisters, bumps, or warts on the genitals, mouth, or anus

Watch for itching, irritation, redness, or swelling in the genital area

Watch for pelvic pain, lower abdominal pain, or pain during sex

Watch for bleeding between periods or after sex

Watch for testicular pain, swelling, or tenderness

Watch for rash, fever, swollen glands, or flu-like symptoms after sexual contact

Watch for rectal pain, discharge, bleeding, or itching after anal sex

Get checked if a partner has tested positive for an STI

Get checked if you have had unprotected sex or a condom broke

Get checked if you have a new sexual partner or multiple partners

Get checked if you share needles or other injection equipment

Get tested regularly if you are sexually active

Seek medical care promptly if symptoms appear or if you think you were exposed

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