What are the symptoms of STDs in females?

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发布日期: 2022年11月19日

In this article, we'll go through several common symptoms of STDs in females that can help you identify the infection early on and start treatment.?

Before discussing the symptoms of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) or sexually transmitted infections (STIs), it is crucial to note that, in the majority of cases, these do not show any symptoms. The people having symptoms only show mild and common ones. Hence, the only way to know for sure is to get tested.?

Before going into further details, let's first understand what are sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).

What is an STD?

A sexually transmitted disease (STD), also known as sexually transmitted infection (STI), is an infection that is transmitted from one person to another through sexual contact. The most common forms of sexual activities that can spread sexually transmitted diseases include vaginal, oral, or anal sex. However, they can also spread through other forms of intimate physical contact with an infected individual.?

Infections and diseases, like pleasure, are a part of having sex. If you don't get tested for it, you probably won't even be aware that you've had an STD or an STI. They can affect both men and women. It's critical to understand what's good for your sexual health and what isn't. Chlamydia, gonorrhea, herpes, and other STDs don't often have evident symptoms, so knowing the signs and symptoms of these infections is a good place to begin. You must get tested to protect yourself and your sexual partners. However, if you have an STD, you shouldn't worry because most common STDs can be treated and cured.1?

Symptoms of STDs in females:

Knowing the signs and symptoms of STDs can allow you to seek medical attention when necessary. The most common signs and symptoms of STDs in females include the ones mentioned below:

1. Abnormal vaginal discharge:

The consistency and appearance of vaginal discharge change over the course of a woman's menstrual cycle or even in the absence of a period. A thick, white discharge is a sign of a yeast infection. A yellow or green vaginal discharge can be a sign of trichomoniasis or gonorrhea.

2. Itching in the genital area:

Itching is a common symptom that may or may not be related to an STD. Several sex-related factors might cause vaginal itching, including:

An allergic reaction caused due to a latex condom
Vaginal yeast infection
Pubic lice or scabies
Genital Warts
The early stages of most bacterial and viral STDs

3. Pain during sexual intercourse:

Abdominal or pelvic pain could be a sign of pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), which is often neglected. The most common cause of PID is chlamydia or gonorrhea during its advanced stages.

Abnormal bleeding - Abnormal bleeding is another symptom of PID or other reproductive problems caused by an STD.
Rashes or sores - Small pimples or sores near the mouth or vagina may indicate syphilis, HPV, or herpes.
Change in the urination patterns - A common symptom of an STD is pain or burning sensation when urinating. Of course, this alone can be confusing because these are also symptoms of a urinary tract infection.?

Measures to avoid STDs:

1. Communicate:?

It's important to feel comfortable discussing your sexual health problems with your partner and also your doctor. It will help you in treating and finding a solution to cure it.

2. Use protection:?

For vaginal, anal, or oral intercourse, a condom or other barrier method of birth control can help to keep you and your partner protected. Dental dams and female condoms could provide some protection.?

Please keep in mind that while birth control pills, spermicides, and other forms of contraception can prevent pregnancy, they cannot protect against sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). To protect yourself from STDs, using a protection is essential.

3. Get tested regularly:?

If you are sexually active, discuss STD/STI testing with your doctor. For those with a vagina, a Pap smear should be performed every 3 to 5 years. Additionally, you must find out if the HPV vaccine is advisable and whether you need to get checked for any other STDs/STIs.