06/12/2025
An *STI (Sexually Transmitted Infection)* is an infection that is *passed from one person to another through s*xual contact*, including va**nal, oral, or a**l s*x.
✅ *Examples of common STIs:*
1. *Chlamydia*
2. *Gonorrhea*
3. *Syphilis*
4. *HIV*
5. *Herpes*
6. *HPV (Human Papillomavirus)*
7. *Trichomoniasis*
8. *Hepatitis B*
⚠️ *Symptoms may include:*
- Unusual discharge from p***s or va**na
- Pain when urinating
- Sores or blisters on private parts
- Itching or irritation
- Pain during s*x
- Lower abdominal pain
*Some STIs show no symptoms but can still be spread.*
🛡️ *Prevention:*
- Use *condoms* correctly every time
- Get *tested regularly*
- Limit number of s*xual partners
- Avoid s*x when you or your partner have symptoms
- Get vaccinated (e.g., HPV, Hepatitis B)
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STIs are *treatable*, and some are *curable*, so early testing and treatment are important.