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If you’ve been diagnosed with a sexually transmissible infection (STI), you might be feeling a bit overwhelmed, worried or unsure about what’s next. It might seem scary but getting an STI is not the end of the world. In fact, 4 million people in Australia will get an STI at […]
Have you ever been having sex and noticed that things were getting a bit…dry? It happens to the best of us and there’s a super easy solution. ENTER: lube. Honestly, lube does not get the love and attention it deserves. Not only can lube make sex feel more comfortable, but […]
Exploring the benefits and purpose of a dental dam Dental dams may not be trending across social media but could this lesser-known barrier method be a good option for you? What is a dental dam? A dental dam is a thin, stretchy piece of latex or polyurethane that can be […]
If you’ve been diagnosed with a sexually transmissible infection (STI), you might be feeling a bit overwhelmed, worried or unsure about what’s next. It might seem scary but getting an STI is not the end of the world. In fact, 4 million people in Australia will get an STI at […]
Have you ever been having sex and noticed that things were getting a bit…dry? It happens to the best of us and there’s a super easy solution. ENTER: lube. Honestly, lube does not get the love and attention it deserves. Not only can lube make sex feel more comfortable, but […]
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is it possible to be born with an sti?
I’m pretty sure there’s a few that can be passed from a pregnant mum to the baby. Chlamydia, syphilis…
@walk_on_walls is right @CloakOfAsh! In fact, HIV, Hepatitis B, syphilis, gonorrhoea, chlamydia, herpes and human papilloma virus may be passed from mum to baby during pregnancy, vaginal delivery and breast feeding. While that may sound scary, it’s good to know that HIV and STI testing is a routine part of antenatal care during pregnancy. These infections, including HIV can be treated during pregnancy reducing transmission and harm to mum and baby.
I heard that a lot of people get HSV1 as babies, when relatives who have it give them kisses.
That’s right @ElleBelle. HSV1 is very common and lots of people become infected from being kissed on the face (including babies). Some people will get symptoms and some won’t. Usually it is a mild condition, commonly known as cold sores.
Is it true having HSV1 (cold sores) gives you *some* protection against getting HSV2 (genital herpes)? @Nurse_Nettie
The answer is no @walk_on_walls as they’re different types of viruses. It’s possible to be infected with both HSV1 & HSV2.