What are STD’s?

Sexually transmitted diseases, commonly know as STD’s are usually passed from one person to another during sex, in other words they are transmitted. Surprising to many there are at least 25 different sexually transmitted diseases with a range of different symptoms. These diseases may be spread through vaginal, anal and oral sex. Normally you will only be infected f you have sexual contact with someone who has an STD. However there are some infections, for example scabies, which are referred to as STD’s because they are most commonly transmitted sexually, but which can also be passed on in other ways.

Many ask what the difference is between and STD and a sexually transmitted infection an STI? The simple answer to that question is, there is none; it is the same problem with another name. So if you do become infected what should you do about it? The first thing is to take as STD test. These STD tests are undertaken in London and throughout the UK at all major cities. The test is simple and absolutely confidential; you can even withhold your name if you wish. The sooner you have a test, the sooner your treatment can begin if infected.