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How is an STD test taken?
Taking an STD test is a simple process. The test can be a urine sample, a blood test, or a sample from the
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How easily does chlamydia transmit?
Chlamydia is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases and transmits relatively easily through sexual contact. The risk of infection during intercourse
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How is HIV tested?
HIV testing can be performed with a blood sample taken from a vein. The test can be either a rapid test that provides results in a few minutes,
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How long can an STD remain asymptomatic?
An STD can remain asymptomatic for long periods, even years, depending on the disease. For example, chlamydia and HPV (human papillomavirus) can be asymptomatic for a long time,
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How easily does an STD transmit?
STDs can easily transmit through unprotected sexual contact, including vaginal, anal, and oral sex. Some STDs, like herpes and HPV, can also transmit through skin contact,
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How is gonorrhea treated?
Gonorrhea is treated with antibiotics. The treatment is usually simple and effective, consisting generally of one or more doses of antibiotics.
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When does HIV appear in a test?
The detection of HIV in a test depends on the type of test used and the timing of the infection.
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How does HIV transmit?
HIV is primarily transmitted through unprotected sex, through blood such as sharing used needles, and from mother to child during pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding.
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How is chlamydia treated?
Chlamydia is treated with antibiotics, most commonly azithromycin or doxycycline. The treatment is effective and usually short-term, but it is important to follow
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How does gonorrhea transmit?
Gonorrhea is transmitted through unprotected sexual contact, including vaginal, anal, and oral sex. Gonorrhea can also be transmitted from mother to child during childbirth.
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How does chlamydia transmit?
Chlamydia is primarily transmitted through unprotected sexual contact, including vaginal, anal, and oral sex. The infection can also be passed from mother to baby during childbirth.