Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)


Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) 

 
Sexually transmitted infections are infections which are transmitted durring and through sex. You can get an STI through both intercourse, oral sex and anal sex. Some infections are not curable while others can be cured with the right treatment and medication, but common for all are that they are uncomfortable and may reduce your chances of becoming pregnant later in life. 
The way to avoid getting an STI could be to abstain from sex, but we suggest that you instead only engage in safe sex and that way protect yourself against infections and pregnancy.


The best way to protect yourself against sexually transmitted infections is by always using a condom when you have sex, not just when you engange in regular intercourse but also when you have oral or anal sex.
The most common sexually transmitted infections which you should be aware of are: