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Sexual Health
STDs
Living With STDs
An STD comes with consequences and can add challenges to your daily life. It doesn't mean you can't have sex, you just have to be smart. Find useful tips on dating, telling your partner, and safe sex.
Are There Any STDs That Cause Infertility?
Medically reviewed by Keri Peterson, MD
Living and Dating With Herpes
By Elizabeth Boskey, PhD
What Should I Do If My Partner Has HPV?
Medically reviewed by Brian Levine, MD
How STDs Can Become Eye Diseases
Medically reviewed by Jenny Sweigard, MD
Can I Get the Same STD a Second Time?
Medically reviewed by Matthew Wosnitzer, MD
What Not to Say to Someone With an STD
Medically reviewed by Carly Snyder, MD
How STDs Can Play a Role in Abusive Relationships
Medically reviewed by Brian Levine, MD
How to Deal With Depression After a Herpes Diagnosis
Medically reviewed by Jason DelCollo, DO
Choosing to Have Children When HIV Positive
Medically reviewed by Brian Levine, MD
How Common Is Herpes Among Pregnant Women?
Medically reviewed by Anita Sadaty, MD
Does an STD Always Mean Your Partner Is Cheating?
Medically reviewed by Susan Olender, MD
10 Reasons Your Partner Hasn't Told You About Their STD
Medically reviewed by Cristian Zanartu, MD
Why You Should Tell Your Partner If You Have HSV-1
Medically reviewed by Keri Peterson, MD
Why Your Herpes May Not Be Your Partner's Fault
Medically reviewed by Anita Sadaty, MD
Most Common Risks of Sexually Transmitted Infections
Medically reviewed by Brian Levine, MD