4/24/2011

How many basic types of sexually transmitted diseases are there?

How many basic types of sexually transmitted diseases are there?I started having sex recently with my girlfriend. The day after the first time, I felt a slight burning inside my penis, it is a constant feeling. It doesnt hurt. I just want to know if it could be something other than an STD like excessive friction, not enough moisture, ie dry humping, irritation from say baby oil. If it is an STD, which one is it likely? And what would be symptoms that follow this burning feeling? Anything visual?

rjakjr
Enough to make a killing.

stupid cupid
why wait for symptoms? dont enganged in unprotected sex. know your partner, make sure she is clean and so are you. have yourself checked.

Sienablue11
If you develop symptoms that could indicate you have a sexually transmissible infection (STI), you should discuss these with your doctor immediately. Do not try to diagnose your condition yourself. You can acquire an STI without developing any signs or symptoms.

You could be at risk of acquiring an STI if you have unprotected sex with a new partner or if your partner has an STI.

Proper use of condoms reduces, but does not eliminate, the risk of acquiring an STI. Many people who catch an STI do not develop any signs and symptoms. Therefore, the only way to check if you have an infection is to have a check-up. Not all infections can be detected at a check-up, but most of those that can be detected can also be treated or managed.

When to be tested:

Gonorrhoea and chlamydia
You should be tested for gonorrhoea and chlamydia about one week after exposure to an infected or potentially infected partner. Do not pass urine for one hour before seeing the doctor as this can make the tests less reliable.

HIV, hepatitis and syphilis
Blood tests for hepatitis, HIV infection and syphilis may take up to three months to show up positive. However, it can be useful to be tested for these infections at the same time as gonorrhoea and chlamydia and to have a further blood test three months later if necessary.

Signs and symptoms you should discuss with your doctor

An irritation or rash on or under the foreskin
Redness, swelling, soreness or tightening around the foreskin can be associated with:

Many skin conditions not related to STIs, for example balanitis, which is the most common reason for these symptoms.

Symptoms:.

Pain during urination may be due to:
Chlamydia
Gonorrhoea
Non-specific urethritis in men
Genital herpes
A urinary tract infection (particularly in women).

Genital itchiness may result from:
Crabs (pubic lice)
Scabies
Herpes
Candidiasis (vaginal thrush). This is a common cause of vaginal itching and is not usually sexually transmitted.
Dermatitis, tinea or reactions to prescription drugs.

Lumps on the genitals
Genital lumps may be associated with:
Genital warts
Molluscum contagiosum. This viral condition is spread by both sexual and non-sexual body-to-body contact.
Normal anatomical variants (for example, penile papules).

Discharge from the genitals
Discharge from the penis is often caused by gonorrhoea, chlamydia or non-specific urethritis.

Discharge from the vagina is more commonly associated with vaginal thrush, trichomoniasis (a bacterial STI) or bacterial vaginosis. However
vaginal discharge can also be caused by gonorrhoea and chlamydia.

Genital sores
Small sores around the genitals may be the result of:
Herpes
Syphilis

Trauma – the skin around the genitals is subject to minor small abrasions, cuts or tears during sexual activity or masturbation.
Dermatological conditions, which are not sexually transmitted.
An allergic reaction to medications.

A number of skin problems can affect the genitals
A number of skin conditions can affect the genitals. Some of these include:
Psoriasis
Eczema
Dermatitis
Tinea.

These conditions are not sexually transmitted. Do not apply any creams, lotions or disinfectants to the area until your doctor or an appropriately qualified health care worker has examined you.

Keri C
I agree 100% with Sienbl... but would like to add:

If you used a latex condom, you could be allergic to latex and having a reaction to it. Dry humping could do it, excess pressure against the zipper could do it, not enough moisture could do it too.

Maybe you had a reaction to the baby oil? By the way absolutely under no circumstances are you to use baby oil with a condom. It will break down the condom causing it to break and/or leak.

Talk to the school nurse or there might be a free teen clinic in your area - assuming you are a teenager.

CRAZY IN LOVE
you should go to the doc. some of the things u mentioned can be true but i dont think the feeling continues! also many stds have no symptoms / signs an u may look jus fine! just to b on the safe side go to the healthcenter an get checked out asap! its better to b safe tah sorry!

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