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What causes chlamydia?
Chlamydia is caused by the bacteria Chlamydia trachomatis, which is spread through sexual contact (oral, vaginal, or anal)....
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Im 12 and my boyfriend is 13 we love each other and have made it to first base but i think he wants to have sex with me what should i do?
There is only one answer to this question: it is illegal for two minors, or an adult and a minor to have sexual contact. Specific...
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How can you know what STD you have without going to the doctor?
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and/or sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are group of diseases which are passed on...
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If you find small bumps around your genital area is it a sign you have an STD or could it be an allergic reaction to something?
I am assuming that you do not have any other signs/symptoms. It is not unusual to develop a rash or "bumps" in the genital area....
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Can HPV cause skin tags?
No, skin tags are usually caused by friction. Hpv causes warts usually in the vagina, penis, mouth, or genital region. The warts...
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Can you be denied health insurance if you are diagnosed with herpes?
If you're in Washington State, if you're declined by the insurance company, you can enroll in the State's insurance pool...
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How can you tell if you have an STD?
You can tell if you have an STD by having a weird color discharge like a maybe a yellowish color or it could look like cottage...
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Can chlamydia be spread by kissing?
No, Chlamydia is spread through unprotected vaginal and anal sex, from the birth canal to the fetus, and, rarely, from the hand...
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What are the signs that you might have an STD for females and males?
If you are sexually active and notice any marked difference in the appearance or feel any discomfort, you should contact a...
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Why are there red bumps in the back of your throat?
A cold usually comes along with other things, sometimes flu, strep throat, etc. and the reason that is is because coughs and...
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How can you tell if you have chlamydia?
i was born is somewher you do not know ahahaa lol with Chlamydia, on April 19th, 1869.... My symptoms were on and off...
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If you have been diagnosed with HPV cervical dysplasia do you have to tell future partners about it?
HPV is a sexually-transmitted infection. Contracting it increases your risks of cervical cancer significantly. By having sex...
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What is gonorrhea?
Gonorrhea - also known as "the clap" - is an infection spread by having sexual contact with another person. The germs are found...
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Is it safe to swallow semen?
1. Pregnant? Semen and sperm go down into your stomach, where they are digested with all your other food. There is no passage...
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What are the chances of getting pregnant when using a condom?
Failure rate, according to statistics is 6-26%. Six percent is with perfect use and 26% is typical use. The higher rate being...
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What is wrong if your boyfriend has little red spots on his tongue that don't hurt but doesn't know what they are?
It's probably from drinking alcohol. It's an irrittion of the tastebuds and will go away soon, very temporary and not contagious,...
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Can you catch an STD from mutual masturbation?
There are lots of different STD's, ranging from AIDS to plain old harmless (but annoying) crabs (body lice). Different STD's are...
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Can Chlamydia hide in your system for many months without any symptoms?
I belive you can have Chlamydia for a long time before any symptoms can occur, it might not be till you try for a baby that you...
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Aside from an STD what can cause irritation and itching of the testicles and scrotum?
Very often it's just common jock itch, and can be remedied by using one of many products available over the counter, in a spray,...
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Can a vaginal bacterial infection be caused from your spouse having intercourse with other women?
Well that just sucks if you spouse is cheating on you. Go tie him down on a bed and force him to have really fun, long sex. That...
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Is upper back and leg pain as well as itching and a little discharge with no odor a sign of an STD?
It could or could not be a sign. The best thing to do would be to go to your doctor or see a doctor about this to be sure. You...
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If a person masturbates more than once a day then can any disease affect them?
No, it doesn't matter how many times a day a person masturbates.A person can Masturbate 50 times a day if they want...
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What is wrong if you have pimples on the lips of your vagina and pus comes out when they pop?
Although, yes, it could be syphilis, it could just be a normal pimple. Many women often have pimples on, in or around the lips of...
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Can a person have gonorrhea and not pass it on immediately and can it lie dormant and reappear if untreated?
Yes a person can have gonorrhea and not know it. Most people (approximately 80%)do not have any signs and symptoms; if there are...
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If a married couple has genital herpes with mild symptoms what are the chances of infection on the mouth if oral sex is practiced frequently?
If both partners have the same type of herpes infection, the chances of transmission are less than 1%. If one partner has Type 2...
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What STD may cause cervical cancer?
Cervical cancer is typically caused by HPV. Studies have shown some 70% of cervical dysplasia and cervical cancer are caused by...
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Can one contract chlamydia and only start to show symptoms six to nine months later?
yes if you are female,sometimes there are no symptoms...get checked, it could ruin your reproductive organs.
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If you have had an STD and a cyst on your ovary can you still get pregnant?
Get your STD treated firstly, and make sure your partner gets tested and treated too. A cyst on your ovary doesn't necessarily...
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How long should you wait to see a doctor if you have bumps around your genital area?
IF THE BUMPS STILL EXIST YOU NEED TO GO RIGHT AWAY BECAUSE IT COULD BE A NUMBER OF THINGS LIKE;GENITAL WARTS, HERPES, SYPHILLIS...
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What are itching bleeding bumps around the urethra and genital area?
it's possibly herpes. those usually itch, and if irritated, bleed.
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Can you get herpes by kissing?
Oral herpes, also known as cold sores or fever blisters is very common. By the time people are adults, the majority have oral...
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Could blood in your semen be caused by a UTI or an STD?
you got me here, I had to go looking online, I know that UTI's can cause blood in urine. All the info I found about blood in...
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If you have had an STD five different times can you still get pregnant?
Personally, I think you can. I mean I dont think having a std would stop you from getting pregnant unless it was um PID i think...
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Can you catch an STD from coming in contact with old sperm?
any viruses in the old sperm would be dead from being out in the air. I'm sure that you are safe. ~pawsalmighty * It will all...
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What could be wrong if you are itching and have a yellowish discharge?
It sounds like a yeast infection. If it isn't "fishy" smelling. A yeast infection is clumpy, and a white or slighly yellowish...
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Could an STD cause anal itching?
Possibly. On the other hand, it could be something as innocuous as a case of worms. In either case, a visit to the doctor is the...
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Can a vaginal bacterial infection come with swelling and small sores or is this something more serious?
This can be an STD of some kind. They are always serious because if they are not treated it can spread to your blood steam and...
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Is it safe for two people with herpes to have unprotected sex with each other?
No it is not safe to have unprotected sex with two people with herpes. Reason being is that they could spread on a part of your...
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How long does it take for gonorrhea and chlamydia to destroy the tissue in the fallopian tubes?
It depends on the length of time without treatment. You need to see a doctor and possible have a laproscopy which is an out...
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Can you get oral infections?
Yes. STDs can be transmitted through oral sex. The mouth and throat provide a wonderful environment for STDs to grow. contact...
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Can you be pregnant even if you did not have sex anywhere near the time of ovulation?
You can only get pregnant while you are ovulating, but sperm can live for up to three days in the woman's body. But unless you...
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If a 13-year-old boy put on a pair of girls' swim panties as a dare could he get any STDs if the swimsuit wasn't clean?
The chances of the boy contracting an STI in this way is slim. Most of these micro-organisms require a host to survive, and die...
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Can an MRSA bacterial infection be contracted through intercourse?
do you mean mvrsa? If you have MRSA yes it can be contracted thru intercourse. It's now considered an STD. There have been...
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Can a female get herpes even though her male partner has no symptoms?
yes, males often carry the herpes virus without showing any symptoms.
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Is a bacterical infection sexually transmitted?
it can be i would be very careful and ask your doc to check you for it being sexually transmitted
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If you have genital herpes and perform oral sex with your partner will your partner get oral herpes?
Not unless you have a fever blister on your lip. I would check with a doctor anyway. Too long it was believed that oral...
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How do you get tested for an STD without your parents' knowledge?
Go to your local public health department. You can also go to a Planned Parenthood, a local Community Health Center, or if...
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Can you pass a gonorrhea infection by sharing a soda or kissing?
No, Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted disease, that means that the only way they can be transferred to another person is...
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What diseases cause vaginal swelling after sex?
If the sex is "rough" this can cause irritation or even swelling. STDs that can also cause swelling areGonorrhea &...
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What sexually transmitted diseases can you get from having or giving oral sex?
Herpes Simplex Virus can be transmitted via oral sex, watch for clear blisters.. Giving: HIV, syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia,...
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Can genital herpes be spread to her by giving me oral sex between outbreaks?
If he gives you oral sex then definitely. Genital Herpes (Herpes 2) is usually seen in the genital region. It can be transmitted...
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How long can you have the clap before it enters your fallopian tubes?
There is no specific time standard for Gonorrhea to work its way through the anatomy. What is important is the person seek...
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Can you get worms if your friend fingered you and she had it?
I guess it depends on what you consider "worms." Do you mean worms like dogs & cats get? It also depends on where your friend...
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Is it normal if you had sex 2 days ago and ever since then it hurts when you pee or do you have an infection?
Sometimes your mate can get a little over zealous and the tissues inside of a female are extremely delicate. It also could be...
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Can chlamydia be passed on any other way than sexually or through the mother?
Yes by secondary infection from touching an infected part of the body and then touching another part of the body. It...
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Who gave the disease chlamydia its name?
"Chlamydia" is the common name for the disease caused by the bacertium that has the scientific name Chlamydia trachomatis. This...
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Is it sexy when a woman does not know she is beautiful?
Confidence is beautiful. A person has to believe they are attractive before anyone else does. To feel beautiful, act sexy and...
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How can a man tell if he has chlamydia?
Men cannot tell without being tested by a doctor. The tset involves taking a swab from the inside of your urethra. The test will...
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If your wife has been complaining of vaginal itching and doctor said was herpes that you've never been diagnosed with and she said was clean?
You should also be tested for herpes. Herpes is a virus that can remain dormant in the blood stream for a long time before it...
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What does it mean when you have yellow discharge but it doesn't smell?
Just because there isn't odor doesn't mean that there isn't an infection. It is important to see a Dr. to make sure nothing bad...
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What is an STD?
It is a sexually transmitted disease.
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If you don't have genital herpes can your partner get oral herpes by giving you oral sex?
If you don't have herpes, you can't give anyone else herpes, regardless of what kind of contact you have. You can not possibly...
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What does it mean if it burns when you pee?
Depends on what you did before peeing. Sometimes there's irritation after sex or vigorous activity. It can also be a sign of a...
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Can a man without semen contract or pass on disease?
Yes. The opening of the penis is a type of tissue that can take in disease (i.e. STDs). The opening the the penis allows disease...
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Is there an STD you could have received by giving oral sex to a guy who had some pimples on his penis that left small pus-filled pimples on your lips that do not hurt and do not form ulcers?
Yes, It can be a range from herpes, to molluscum contagiosum, HPV, or any other STD that first takes a form of a small liquid...
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What are ways to tell if you have an STD from oral sex?
The only sure way is to see a doctor and tell them you're concerned. They will do a simple swab of your throat. Some people...
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Are you still fertile if you had chlamydia and had severe stomach pains and had to be hospitalized but got rid of it with antibiotics and then later found out you had HPV and got them frozen off?
YES, You have a good possibility of being fertile, unless told other wise by your attending doctor. Even then, if he or she told...
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How do you get to produce more pre-ejaculate?
Use the stop- and-go technique
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Would a condition be considered preexisting if you have never been treated for it but you may have had it without knowing?
A condition is considered pre-existing only if confirmed and diagnosed by a Medical provider. You may think you have high blood...
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What could it be if you have 6 bumps on the lips of your vagina but your boyfriend doesn't have any on him?
HPV and Genital warts are the same virus. HPV that causes cervical cancer doesn't typically have anything to do with genital...
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Does menopause reduce the pain of chronic pelvic inflammatory disease?
Yes it can because hormones are altered more severely. I had bad bouts of Endometriosis until I went into menopause and it...
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What happens if the condom breaks during sex?
If the condom breaks before ejaculation it would be the same as if he was never wearing a condom at all. The best thing to do...
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Could an STD cause the mucus from your vagina to be more chunky?
STDs can cause abnormal vaginal discharge. This is usually called vaginitis; it is caused by candida, gardnerella, herpes,...
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How do you wash out your vagina after sex to prevent pregnancy or STDs?
There is NO post-sex protection. Douching is not recommended, especially to prevent STDs, HIV or pregnancy. First, douching...
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If you are peeing often and have leg back and stomach pains and cramps could it be an infection or an STD?
I recently had the same problem, minus the leg pains. It turned out to be a bladder infection which medication is given for, but...
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How will being pregnant and testing positive for HPV affect you and your baby?
I have personal experience with this myself. HPV is usually a fancy name for cervical pre-cancer, at least is was for me. It...
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If you are sexually active and have never been to a gynecologist could you be at risk for any kind of STD or other disease?
Going to a gynecologist has nothing to do with you being sexually active or not. It depends on if one of your partners has had...
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Why are there red spots on the head of my penis.what could they be?
Those are a rare form of erectial pimples or an STD good luck!! Thats Not really The answer that should be given. Does it Itch,...
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How do you know if you have genital warts?
Genital warts, an STI caused by some sub-types of human papillomavirus (HPV). It is spread through direct skin-to-skin contact...
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What could yellow spots on your underwear be?
If you are referring to yellow stains in the front of your under wear it may be semen from having wet dreams at night while you...
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Why would it burn when you pee after having sex?
It may be because you have rubbed your urethreal opening (your pee hole!) during sex which will irritate it. Or you may have an...
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Is it normal to have sex only once every two months?
A young couple can have sex almost every day for one or two times, it is natural. Different opinions from WikiAnswers...
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What medication do you take for chlamydia?
Amoxicillin, Zithromax, Ambein 10mg -------Those are 3 meds that treat chlamydia but u should go to your doctor. Doxycycline...
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Is a bump on your scrotum a sign of an STD?
Is the bump under the skin on a testicle? If so, tell a doctor soon - it could be testicular cancer. If not, bumps on the...
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Can you get genital warts by giving oral sex?
yes if the person you're performing oral sex on has warts then it possible for you to contact them. It's not impossible to...
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If a girl gives you oral sex what are the chances of catching an std from other guys she's been with?
Your chances are high because she could have oral herpes and why take that chance on her passing it on to you. Please, don't...
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Can you get herpes 1 from sharing potato chips?
Absolutely not. Herpes is either transmitted by touching the sore of an infected individual, or having direct contact right...
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Can a yeast infection develop into chlamydia?
No, chlamydia is an STD. There is a big difference. And if you have chlamydia or think you do go see a doctor ASAP cause it can...
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Can you contract chlamydia some way other than having intercourse?
Yes, your hands and your mouth. You would need to have close contact between yourself and the infected person. Direct contact...
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Can a woman give a man jock itch?
Yes. Definition: This is a vaginal infection caused most commonly by the fungal organism, Candida albicans....
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How do you know if you have genital herpes?
The Lesions are very painful and are often associated with burning sensation, urinary dysfunction, fever, malaise, and swelling...
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If you have brown discharge and little small bumps that don't itch and don't hurt is there anything this can be besides genital warts?
Sorry to say, but most likely, no. Its most likely genital warts, espcially if the bumps dont itch or hurt, if they itched it...
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Can you wash away sperm with cold water?
Not in my experience! It's very sticky. Even with warm water and soap, it can take a really good latering to get it off the...
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What STD consists of zit-like sores that are white but don't pop?
genital warts
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Where did the term the clap originate from in reference to gonorrhea?
The term comes from the Paris neighborhood Clapier because of it's large number of prostitutes during the 14th century....
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If a male had sex with a female that has a yeast infection can he get something?
Yes , he can develop a yeast infection and if not properly tooken care of can turn into a bacterial infection and then the third...
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What STD makes your pee cloudy?
Chlamydia does that. This was taken from webmd.com: Chlamydia Symptoms Up to 90% of women and men with chlamydia do not...
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How could you get Chlamydia if you have not had any sexual relations in over two years?
Since Chlamydia is a "silent" std -you wouldnt know you had it unless you got tested. Or when did get tested, and contracted the...
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How long can gonorrhea stay in your body without knowing you have it?
it can lay dormint in your body for years
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Can a person have herpes and not know it?
yes people can get herpes and not find out for a while thats why you have doctor checkups Yes. Most of the time it is dormant...
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