27/10/2025
Most of these STI dont usually show symptoms at the intial stage & thats the reasons you must do regular check up & test because early detections help to cure it faster to avoid damges in the body systems.
π¨ Chlamydia
One of the most common STIs worldwide.
π Up to 70% of women and 50% of men with chlamydia have no symptoms.
π It can quietly damage the reproductive system, leading to infertility.
But it spreads easily through vaginal, a**l, or oral s*x.
π¨ Gonorrhea
Another common STI that often stays silent.
π Up to 50% of infected women and some men may have no symptoms.
π It can lead to pelvic inflammatory disease and infertility.
π Can also infect the throat and re**um without obvious signs.
Silent, but highly contagious.
π¨ Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
π Most s*xually active people will get HPV at some point.
π Most HPV infections cause no symptoms and clear up on their own.
But some strains can lead to:
- Cervical cancer
- Pe**le cancer
- A**l cancer
- Ge***al warts
π¨ Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV)
HSV-1 and HSV-2 can both cause ge***al herpes.
π Many infected people have no visible sores or just mild ones mistaken for something else.
π Still, they can shed the virus and infect partners even without symptoms.
This is why herpes spreads so easily.
π¨ Trichomoniasis
π Caused by a parasite called Trichomonas vaginalis.
π Around 70% of infected people have no symptoms.
When symptoms do occur, they may include:
- Vaginal discharge
- Burning during urination
- Ge***al itching
π¨ HIV (early stage)
π After initial infection, many people go through a βsilentβ phase.
π They may feel fine for months or even years, but can still pass the virus to others.
This is why regular testing is critical, especially if you have had new or multiple partners.
Finally:
Some of the most dangerous STIs can spread when you feel perfectly healthy.
If you are s*xually active, especially with new or multiple partners:
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Use condoms
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Get tested regularly
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Communicate with partners
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Donβt rely on symptoms alone
If you notice any funny symptom. GO TO THE CLINIC TO GET CHECKED AND TREATED
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