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6 Suitable Ways to Stay Protected from Sexually Transmitted Diseases
6 Suitable Ways to Stay Protected from Sexually Transmitted Diseases

6 Suitable Ways to Stay Protected from Sexually Transmitted Diseases

Sexually Transmitted Diseases or STDs can be spread via to bodily fluids exchanged during sexual intercourse. Some common sexually transmitted diseases are – Hepatitis, Chlamydia, Herpes, Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and Gonorrhoea. These diseases can affect your health condition for a long time however, the doctors at London's leading Sexual Health Clinic have vast experience in diagnosing and treating STDs.

Here are some steps you can take to stay protected from STDs:

  1. Abstinance – Abstience, or not having sexual contact, is certainly the most sure way of not contracting an STD, however if you have a partner, or have an active sex life, then you won’t be exercising this option.
  2. Practice monogamy – The safest kind of sexual activity is enjoying intercourse with only one regular partner. It is advised that both partners get tested for sexually transmitted diseases before having intercourse. If both of you are monogamous and neither of you test positive for an STD, then the chances for an STD to be transmitted between you is very slim.
  3. Sexual intercourse with tested partners – Before having sexual intercourse, it is important your partner perform STD testing at a reputed private sexual health clinic in London. Most STDs can be tested and treated, if detected at the right time. If your partner’s test shows positive results, you should not have sex with him/her till the treatment is complete.
  4. Talk to your partner about sexual health – Communication is the major key for protecting yourself from all types of STDs. Ask your partner details about their sexual health and make sure they discuss everything with you freely. If you’re not comfortable having sex after this discussion, or if you partner refuses to have this discussion with you, then don’t.
  5. Remember to practice safe sex when under the influence – Sex when under the influence of drink or drugs, can result in lowered inhibitions, perhaps resulting in engaging in unsafe sex, which is how STDs are spread. Even when you’re not completely sober, always practice safe sex.

Most importantly, if you suspect that yourself, or your partner, may have an STD, it’s vital that you get tested as soon as possible.

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