Sexually Transmitted Disease

Sexually Transmitted Disease
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Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are infectious diseases transmitted through sexual contact. Teens face many health issues including sexually transmitted diseases. Read more on precautionary measures to help reduce the risk of developing a sexually transmitted disease and common treatments.

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  • Genital Herpes

    Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) that's usually caused by the herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV2), ...

    Source: The Nemours Foundation

  • STDs

    Sometimes it's difficult to see your child as anything but that: a child. Yet, in many ways, teens today are growing up ...

    Source: The Nemours Foundation

  • HIV and AIDS

    AIDS stands for acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, a disease that makes it difficult for the body to fight off ...

    Source: The Nemours Foundation

  • Syphilis

    Syphilis, a sexually transmitted disease (STD), can be frightening because if it goes untreated, it can lead to serious ...

    Source: The Nemours Foundation

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