What are sexually transmitted infections?
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These are infections that can be given to you by your boyfriend or girlfriend.
You can also give your partner an infection.
If you want to order a test and you have NO SYMPTOMS you can call one of our health advisers on 0117 342 6944
Or you can set up an online account . It might be helpful to do this with someone to support you.
Or if you have any PROBLEMS ( or SYMPTOMS) you can attend one of our clinics.
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This can happen when you have:
Vaginal sex – this is when a penis goes in a vagina
Anal sex – this is when a penis goes in the anus
Oral sex – when you lick or suck a penis or vagina
Touching – when you touch another person’s penis or vagina
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Some infections can be treated easily.
Others are with you all your life.
If you are having sex and don’t want to catch an infection you need to use a condom.
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It is also a good idea to get tested for an infection at the clinic. You should do this every time you have sex with a different person
Many infections don’t have any symptoms. This means you don’t always know if you have one.
If you want to order a test and you have NO SYMPTOMS you can call one of our health advisers on 0117 342 6944
Or you can set up an online account . It might be helpful to do this with someone to support you.
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If you have a penis:
- Discharge (fluid) from your penis
- Sore penis head
- Sore or painful testicles
- Stinging when you wee
- Itching, sores or blisters
- Pain during sex
- Discharge (fluid) or itching from your bum
- Fever or flu symptoms with any of the above
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If you have a vagina:
- Unusual vaginal discharge (fluid) – this could be a change in colour or feel
- Bleeding in between periods
- Pain in or around the vagina
- Stinging when you wee
- Itching, sores or blisters
- Pain during sex
- Discharge (fluid) or itching from your bum
- Fever or flu symptoms with any of the above