Mar 25, 2024 · A sexually transmitted infection (STI) is a virus, bacteria, fungus, or parasite people can get through sexual contact. A sexually transmitted disease (STD) develops …

Apr 16, 2025 · Worldwide, there are over 20 sexually transmitted infections (STIs) caused by bacteria, viruses, and parasites. Several like gonorrhea, chlamydia, genital herpes, HPV, and …

Mar 12, 2024 · Learn about common and possible STD symptoms and how serious they might be. Sexually transmitted diseases are infections spread mainly by contact with genitals or bodily …

A sexually transmitted infection (STI), also referred to as a sexually transmitted disease (STD) and the older term venereal disease (VD), is an infection that is spread by sexual activity, …

May 29, 2025 · WHO fact sheet on sexually transmitted diseases (STIs), providing key facts, as a public health issue, infections and transmissions, STIs and women's health, adverse outcomes …

A sexually transmitted infection (sexually transmitted disease) is a serious condition that can develop after you have sex. Common STI symptoms include itching and burning around your …

Jul 15, 2025 · Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are infections that are passed from one person to another through sexual contact. If not treated, a STI can develop into a sexually …

The terms STI and STD often get used interchangeably, but health experts increasingly prefer “sexually transmitted infection” over “sexually transmitted disease.” An STI is an infection …

Oct 14, 2024 · STDs are sexually transmitted diseases. This means they are most often, but not exclusively, spread by sexual contact. STDs used to be called venereal diseases (VD). …

Feb 3, 2022 · STI symptoms can range from mild to severe — and they can affect different parts of the body. After an initial infection, it can take days, weeks, months, or even years for …