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Sexually Transmitted Disease (view source)
Revision as of 15:28, March 17, 2007
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== Prevention ==
== Prevention ==
STDs are easily prevented by abstinence, which is avoidance of sexual contact.
STDs are most easily prevented by abstinence, which is avoidance of sexual contact. The second most-effective method of prevention is the proper use of latex condoms, which can be subject to failure.
Vaccines are not widely available for STDs. An [[HPV vaccine]] has recently been released for protection against certain, but not all, strains of HPV.
Vaccines are not widely available for STDs. An [[HPV vaccine]] has recently been released for protection against certain, but not all, strains of HPV.
People who have been sexually active before marriage can transmit their sexual diseases to their partner after marriage.
People who have been sexually active before marriage can transmit their sexual diseases to their partner after marriage, therefore failure to use proper protection with a spouse can still lead to infection.
== Treatment ==
== Treatment ==
Many STDs are curable; many are not. For further information, please consult a physician.
Many STDs are curable; many are not. For further information, please consult a physician.