Sexually transmitted diseases

Sadly in the first decade of the 21st century the various risks connected with having sex have increased. The figures for HIV, chlamydia and gonorrhoea are all going up. This is almost entirely because so many people do not practice safe sex. The first thing to remember if you do not want to become infected is to avoid casual sex. If you do have sex with someone who is not your regular, faithful partner use a condom throughout. Regrettably teenagers are now losing their virginity very young and frequently at an age where they don’t have any idea about how to protect themselves against the unwanted consequences of sex. So inevitably, there are times when teenage love-making, instead of being beautiful and fulfilling, leads to disaster.

Most sexually transmitted diseases can be cured if they are diagnosed and treated in their early stages. The important thing to remember is to have an STD test particularly if you have sex with someone who is not your regular, faithful partner. There are STD test centres in London and major cities such as Birmingham and Manchester, the test are carried out in complete confidence and the result given to you quickly. Contact your STD test centre today if you have any doubts, or are showing unusual symptoms following sexual contact.