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Commonly tested sexually transmitted infections (STIs) include chlamydia, syphilis, genital herpes, gonorrhea, AIDS, HPV, trichomoniasis, and hepatitis B Sexually transmitted infections (STIs), also called sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are common and affect more than a million people a year. STIs that are tested most often include chlamydia, syphilis, genital herpes, gonorrhea, acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), …

Early ejaculation or premature ejaculation is often caused by a combination of physical, chemical, emotional, and psychological factors Early ejaculation or premature ejaculation is often caused by a combination of physical, chemical, emotional, and psychological factors.  Physical or chemical factors may include: Erectile dysfunction: Trouble getting or maintaining an erection Urethritis: Inflammation of the male genital tract due to urinary …

Libido in a man is his sex drive, influenced by hormones and neurotransmitters such as testosterone, dopamine, serotonin, and glutamate Libido in a man is his sex drive, influenced by the symbiotic relationship between hormones and neurotransmitters—testosterone, dopamine, serotonin, and glutamate. Testosterone: Testosterone is a sex hormone produced in the gonads and adrenal glands. While testosterone plays a role in …

Causes of infertility include age, ovulatory disorders, and abnormal sperm production or function. Learn about the main causes in both men and women Infertility is the inability to get pregnant despite unprotected sex for at least a year. Common causes of infertility include age, ovulatory disorders, and abnormal sperm production or function. Infertility is a common problem that affects approximately …

Chlamydia is a common sexually transmitted disease. If left untreated, chlamydia infection can cause serious harm to your health. Chlamydia is a common sexually transmitted disease. If left untreated, chlamydia infection can cause serious harm to your health. What is chlamydia? Chlamydia is the most commonly reported sexually transmited disease in the US. In 2018, there were an estimated 4 million …

How is HPV spread? Like other STIs, HPV is spread through skin-to-skin sexual contact during oral, anal and vaginal sex. It's possible to have sex even if you have HPV or you're concerned about getting it, but get vaccinated, practice safe sex, get tested regularly, and talk to your partners about it. The human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common …

The human papillomavirus is transferred from person to person by skin-to-skin intimate contact with someone who has the infection. Transmission of HPV without sex, though uncommon, does happen. The human papillomavirus (HPV) was identified as a cause of cervical cancer in the 1980s. It is one of the seven viruses known to cause cancers in humans. We know the virus …

Herpes Nearly 26 million Americans reported having STDs in 2018. There are four sexually transmitted diseases that have no cure. Sexually transmitted diseases (STD) are very common. Nearly 26 million Americans reported having STDs in 2018. Most STDs are treatable, though. Bacterial infections such as syphilis, chlamydia, or gonorrhea all respond well to antibiotic treatment. There are four sexually transmitted …

Although most people infected with HPV remain asymptomatic, it may cause serious side effects, such as the following. Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a virus that causes growths, called warts, on the skin and mucus membranes. It can affect various parts of the body including the mouth and throat (oropharynx). Most of the people infected with HPV remain asymptomatic, but in …

12 symptoms of various STDs Certain signs and symptoms can indicate a sexually transmitted disease (STD). Each STD has its own set of signs and symptoms, and some symptoms may be common in two or more STDs. However, you may suspect STD if you have one or more of the following 12 symptoms. You can suspect you might have caught …