Delay having sexual relationships as long as possible. The younger a person is when he or she begins having sex, the more susceptible the person becomes to developing an STD. Sexual intercourse during menstruation can still make you susceptible to developing some kinds of STDs, so take precautions, such as using condoms. Get to know your partner first. Has your partner ever had sex without a latex condom? How many previous partners has he or she had? Has your partner ever had an STD, and if so, has it been cured?
If your partner has any STD warning signs, or has had sex without a condom, don't have sex until he or she has been checked by a doctor. If you have had sex already, see your doctor, too. Being diagnosed with an STD can cause many strong emotions.
You may begin to question your trust in your partner or be worried that they will question their trust in you. It is possible that you or your partner got the STD in a previous relationship without even knowing it.
Keeping that in mind, talk to your partner as soon as possible. Be honest and straightforward. During and after your talk, your partner may also have many strong emotions. Give your partner time to absorb this information. Help your partner understand that they may also have the STD. Sometimes, no one knows for sure who had the infection first. Just like you, your partner needs to receive medical care as soon as possible. For example, if left untreated, chlamydia and gonorrhea can make it difficult—or even impossible—for a woman to get pregnant.
Although it may be uncomfortable to talk about your STD, open and honest conversation can help your partner make informed decisions to protect his or her health. If you have questions, talk to a parent or other trusted adult. After all, they were young once, too. Ask which STD tests and vaccines they recommend for you. These updated estimates provide the clearest picture to date of how common and costly STIs are in the United States.
January 25, ZIP Code:. Skip directly to site content Skip directly to page options Skip directly to A-Z link. However, Descovy hasn't been studied in people who have receptive vaginal sex. Using additional prevention, such as condoms, can lower your risk even more and prevent other STIs.
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