Only a qualified medical professional can identify and treat a sexually transmitted disease. The information provided in this section only serves as a general guideline. Your healthcare professional must decide whether a symptom indicates the presence of an STD, and which one. Do not attempt to make this decision alone. Waiting to seek guidance and treatment can also be detrimental. Since many |STD's| are treatable, the sooner they are identified, the easier it is to effectively treat the disease with the least amount of damage to your body. Also remember that there is always a partner that will require treatment. Without it, reinfections and new ~infections~ will continue to rise.
Remember, it is easier to prevent |STD's| than to treat them. And some of the diseases can only be treated, not cured. In light of the HIV disease, are you willing to bet your life on it? It is important to protect yourself and your partner every time you have sex.
